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Susan Sturgis 
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Bear, DE
In Memory of Ed "Old Iron" Barrett
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update 25 Jul 07 1521cdt Aranel
***********URGENT ITINERARY UPDATE!!!!!*************
Just received information of an earlier than anticipated arrival time for the 150th. Due to this information, our staging time has changed once again.
STAGING TIME: 1100 AT PREVIOUSLY ANNOUNCED LOCATION.
MISSION BRIEFING: 1130.
KSU: 1145.
Also, those traveling in from the West on I-70, please be aware of the construction through the Wheeling Tunnel. There is a mandatory detour around this so please allow, at least, an extra 20 minutes travel time.
Thank you for your support of these troops.
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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
Joe Cumblidge
West Virginia State Captain
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update posted 23 Jul 07 1616cst by Wyldhog™
**********************ITINERARY UPDATE!!!**************************
Due to circumstances beyond our control, STAGING TIME HAS BEEN MOVED UP ONE HOUR. We will now stage in the same location as previously announced at 1130, FRIDAY, 27 JUL. Mission briefing will be at 1200 with departure at 1215.
While we cannot say with absolute certainty that this time will remain firm, all indications are pointing in that direction. Please continue monitoring this thread for any updates. Also please pass along this updated information to any you know are desiring to attend.
Thank you for supporting these brave men and women. Please accept my apologies for making this change.
Respects,
Joe
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Updated 17 Jul 07 at 2115 EDT by Cagerbob
ITINERARY UPDATE
WE NOW HAVE A CONFIRMED DAY OF JULY 27. THEREFORE, WE WILL STAGE AT THE OLD LIGHTHOUSE RESTAURANT (PEACHES, NOW CLOSED) AT 265 RIVER ROAD, WHEELING WV, 26003 AT 12:30.
RIDE BRIEFING AT 13:00, DEPARTURE AT 13:15.
WE WILL THEN PROCEED TO THE AIRPORT, FLAGS FLYING! ONCE THERE WE WILL BE GUIDED TO THE TARMAC AREA FOR ARRIVAL ESCORT. REMEMBER LAST YEAR?! THE AIRPORT HAS AN AWESOME IDEA TO WELCOME THEM AND I THINK EVERYONE WILL FIND IT BEAUTIFUL. AGAIN, PLEASE MAKE SURE YOUR MOUNTED FLAGS ARE VERY SECURE AS WE DON'T WANT TO MAKE A LANDING HAZARD, PER THE AIRPORT DIRECTOR. KEEP AND EYE ON THIS THREAD FOR ANY UPDATES.
Thanks and be ready for a fun mission!
Ron J.
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17 Jul 07 at 1508cdt ~ oldiron
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Received an e-mail from CW4 Mcclure this evening. It seems the date may be changed to July 26 - 29. We all understand that this happens. Just keep an eye on this thread as it may,may change. He does know the troops are all back in Kuwait, and are preparing to head home. You imagine how excited those guys are!! Can't wait to see 'em. I'll keep all updates posted. Thanks, Ron J. |
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Ron Jones USMC '74 to '78
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Updated 15 Jul 07 at 1026 EDT by Cagerbob
I visited the airport yesterday and talked to the director about our intentions to welcome these troops home. He was already expecting a visit. The whole area is anticipating our participation. We laid out a nice plan to show these troops our excitement about them returning. At this time, a "Day" has not been confirmed., He does know they have stopped flying missions over the "sandbox" and are preparing their equipment for transport back to the U.S. We should know a day this week, that is, should.
For right now:
Staging has been secured at:
Peaches Restaurant
265 River Road
Wheeling, WV 26003
Date and time will be posted the minute I know the information.
Have made contact with local LEO's for escort to the airport, which will be about a 15 minute ride. PLEASE, make sure any flag is securely attached to your bike, as not to create a road hazard. This has been expressed by both LEO's and especially the airport director. Double check your rigging.
I will post anything as soon as I get it. Thanks for your patience and be ready. The local community is excited about us welcoming home their family members.
Ron Jones
WV ASC
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I have been in contact with CW4 McClure of the 150th Army Aviation Battalion here in Wheeling. He has informed me that this unit will be back on WV soil at the Wheeling/Ohio County airport somewhere between July 24 and July 27. The exact day is not known, however it will be in this time frame. Our participation is greatly anticipated in welcoming home these soldiers. Many of you attended the deployment for these troops last year. They have been gone about 15 months and we are looking forward to seeing these brave men and women returning. The staging area and time will be posted as time draws near. Keep an eye on this thread for updates.
Thanks,
Ron J.
WV ASC
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Jasper54
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Welcome home 150th Army Aviation Bn. Thank you for your dedicated service and sacrafice while protecting our great nation.
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treygoose
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Hurricane, WV
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| 11 Jul 2007 6:56 PM |
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| WOW! Their deployment was my first mission; I am so glad they are returning. I know the soldiers and families sacrificed immensely for this country! And I am standing by to ride in their honor...................... |
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Bob "TBone" Smith
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temsr
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Youngstown,Ohio
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| 11 Jul 2007 7:17 PM |
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| Welcome Home 150th Army Aviation Battalion.Thank you for your service and sacrifice to our country. |
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Tom Moody
NE Ohio Ride Captain
U.S. Army 8th ID Airborne 66/68
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Slowhand
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Northeastern, Maryland Senior Chaplain & Ride Captain
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| 13 Jul 2007 6:30 AM |
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| On behalf of my family and myself I would like to welcome you home. We enjoy our freedom because of you and your comrades, so from the bottom of our hearts we thank you. |
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Commander Morgan
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| 13 Jul 2007 8:41 AM |
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| Welcome Home Troops, and you very well deserve it........ |
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windsinger
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| 13 Jul 2007 9:35 AM |
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| WELCOME HOME AND THANK YOU. |
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"HONOR TO THE SOLDIER AND SAILOR EVERYWHERE,WHO BRAVELY BEARS HIS COUNTRY'S CAUSE. HONOR ALSO TO THE CITIZEN WHO CARES FOR HIS BROTHER IN THE FIELD,AND SERVES, AS HE BEST CAN, THE SAME CAUSE. "
ABRAHAM LINCOLN
" NO MAN IS ENTITLED TO THE BLESSING OF FREEDOM UNLESS HE BE VIGILANT IN ITS PRESERVATION."
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SMac1124
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| 13 Jul 2007 1:06 PM |
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| My husband is one of the soldiers that will be returning home with this group. I have to say I was very impressed the day our unit left to see all of the flags & motorcycles pull onto the runway. It was one of the most impressive & patriotic sights I have witnessed. We are THRILLED that you are going to be there upon their return to welcome them HOME!!!!! We are so thankful & blessed by your patriotism and support. I look forward to seeing you all in a couple of weeks!! Thank you so much for supporting our unit!
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ultraclassic
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Proctor, WV
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| 13 Jul 2007 3:11 PM |
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Health issues forced me to miss the deployment of this unit but I will be proud and honored to give them the Welcome Home they so richly deserve and have earned.
To all members of the 150th, a sincere "Thank You" for the extremely valuable service you have provided to the citizens of our great country, your community and the West Virginia Air National Guard.
Welcome Home All!
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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
Joe Cumblidge
West Virginia State Captain
UOV HOG Chapter
RM1 USCG 1969-78
(304) 455-4036 - Home
(304) 588-1278 - Cell
www.wvpatriotguard.org
In Memory of the crew of HU16E CGNR 2123, lost on SAR mission off Corpus Christi, TX on 21 September 1973:
LCDR Francis W. Miller (CG Aviator #1164)
LTJG Jerald M. Mack (CG Aviator #1567)
AD1 Harold D. Brown, Jr.
AM2 Benjamin R. Gaskins, Jr.
AT2 John F. Harrison
AT2 John P. Pledger
Montani semper liberi (Mountaineers are always free)
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bumpnrun6224
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Glendale, West Virginia 26038
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| 13 Jul 2007 7:32 PM |
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| As i sit here today reflecting on the day we said goodbye to those of the 150th Avn , what a sad day it was, there wasn't a dry eye to be seen as they departed for "THE SANDBOX" .Now today we get rejoice as they are comming home, comming home to family and friends looking forward to holding them close and just being home in the comforts of their own home. So let me say To all of those who served with them , Welcome Home, We missed you and we are glad your comming home , so just sit back with the family and enjoy your time with your those who love you . In my eyes you truely are my Heroes. "Welcome Home, Welcome Home" Susan and I hope to be there to greet you when you return to The Wheeling Airport if time and work permits, We'll be there flags flying high in the Mountain Air. Welcome Home and Thank you for your service to our great country !! |
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Sgt E-5
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"I will ride for them, the price of freedom is never free."Bring them home ,or send me back. |
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bettys2nd
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Ravenna, OH
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| 13 Jul 2007 9:13 PM |
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| Wow!! This was my first mission. All those tears of sadness will soon be tears of joy. Welsome home!! Standing by to welcome these heroes home!! |
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vulcan_rider
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| 14 Jul 2007 5:17 AM |
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I was there when the 150th AAB was sent out, what an experience it was. I promised some there that I would be there to welcome them back. I will make every attempt to make good on that promise. The earlier I get confirmation the better the chance of my making good on my promise.
WELCOME HOME 150th AAB and thank you for your service!!!!!!!! |
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U.S.Army '73 - '76
There are bold bikers and there are old bikers. But there are no old, bold bikers.
Ride safe
In loving memory of...
Spc Justin R. Blackwell
59th MP Co.
KIA Baghdad Iraq 8/05/2007
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cagerbob
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| 15 Jul 2007 8:44 AM |
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Bob Ellis
USN 80-86
In Memory of Ed "OldIron" Barrett
"Remember that no matter how many missions you have been on, all that matters to the family is the one you are on today." ~ Roert
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ultraclassic
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Proctor, WV
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| 15 Jul 2007 9:25 AM |
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For everyone's information, the name of the staging area has been changed to the Lighthouse Grill. For a map to this location go to: http://tinyurl.com/2luvdp.
Respects,
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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
Joe Cumblidge
West Virginia State Captain
UOV HOG Chapter
RM1 USCG 1969-78
(304) 455-4036 - Home
(304) 588-1278 - Cell
www.wvpatriotguard.org
In Memory of the crew of HU16E CGNR 2123, lost on SAR mission off Corpus Christi, TX on 21 September 1973:
LCDR Francis W. Miller (CG Aviator #1164)
LTJG Jerald M. Mack (CG Aviator #1567)
AD1 Harold D. Brown, Jr.
AM2 Benjamin R. Gaskins, Jr.
AT2 John F. Harrison
AT2 John P. Pledger
Montani semper liberi (Mountaineers are always free)
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ron1ok
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Triadelphia WV
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| 15 Jul 2007 9:27 AM |
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| To clarify any confusion, the "Peaches Restaurant" is the "old" Lighthouse Restaurant on north River Road. It's now closed and there are no facilities at this area. However, there is a small gas station a few hundred yards south of the staging area. Please make note.
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Ron Jones USMC '74 to '78
WV ASC North
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CarrieN
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| 15 Jul 2007 5:55 PM |
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| As a wife of a deployed soldier in the 150th, I want to thank all of the riders in the Patriot Guard for showing your support of our unit. It was a beautiful site a year ago when you all sent off our unit with so much patriotism and its only going to be better when you are showing your patriotism again very very soon welcoming them hom. I can't wait to see you there!!! |
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Hoppy
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| 16 Jul 2007 5:19 AM |
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I was there for the send off and talked to a lot of the soldiers and their families before they left. I can't wait to be there when they return.
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Pa Gunny
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Waynesburg, PA
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| 16 Jul 2007 10:10 AM |
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| Welcome home heros of the 150th Army Aviation Battalion, and thank you for your service. |
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Semper Fi
Barth A. Payne
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ron1ok
Posts: 606
Triadelphia WV
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| 16 Jul 2007 6:03 PM |
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| ***************UPDATE*************** Received an e-mail from CW4 Mcclure this evening. It seems the date may be changed to July 26 - 29. We all understand that this happens. Just keep an eye on this thread as it may,may change. He does know the troops are all back in Kuwait, and are preparing to head home. You imagine how excited those guys are!! Can't wait to see 'em. I'll keep all updates posted. Thanks, Ron J. |
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Ron Jones USMC '74 to '78
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yotasasa
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Wheeling, WV
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| 17 Jul 2007 11:44 AM |
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Hello To the Patriot Guard Riders,
I am CW4 Bob McClure and I would like to thank you ALL for your support in welcoming the 150th back home. I must say that I think you ALL are a wonderful organization, and I am HONORED that you will be participating in the return and welcome home of our troops. We salute you for all you do for our soldiers. Probably one of the saddest days of my life was the days I watched this (my) unit leave and was unable to go with them. The day they left, was a sad day for all. This unit has been away from home for a long time, by the time all is said and done will be about 20 months. I wanted to let everyone know that this is a tremendous group of soldiers and they are a tribute to themselves. It was a long journey, with many hours of flying over enemy territory and we lost NO soldiers, or aircraft. To me this was a testiment of their professionalism and courage. JOB WELL DONE. I could not forget the send off that you all gave these soldiers, I will personally never forget it and I know they will not either. SO what better way to end the trip back to Wheeling, being escourted by the Patriot Guard. There are a lot of people in this Country that could learn a lot about Patriotism just getting to meet and know you all. You are true Americans. Thank You.
To the 150th, countless number of prayers were answered, we thank God for your safe return. You ALL set the standard for others to follow. Be proud of your service, and what you accomplished.
I love you guys, WELCOME HOME.
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oldiron6
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| 17 Jul 2007 2:24 PM |
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ron1ok
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Triadelphia WV
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| 17 Jul 2007 5:20 PM |
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| Bob, A GIANT welcome aboard to ya!! I'm really glad to see you join our ranks. It's been a pleasure working with ya, now I get to ride with ya. You'll meet some great patriotic Americans in our group, and genuinely warm friends. Thanks for joining us, guy, and hope to see ya soon. See ya at the Welcome Home.
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Ron Jones USMC '74 to '78
WV ASC North
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ron1ok
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Triadelphia WV
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| 17 Jul 2007 5:34 PM |
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| *************ITINERARY UPDATE*******************
WE NOW HAVE A CONFIRMED DAY OF JULY 27. THEREFORE, WE WILL STAGE AT THE OLD LIGHTHOUSE RESTAURANT (PEACHES, NOW CLOSED) AT 265 RIVER ROAD, WHEELING WV, 26003 AT 12:30. RIDE BRIEFING AT 13:00, DEPARTURE AT 13:15. WE WILL THEN PROCEED TO THE AIRPORT, FLAGS FLYING! ONCE THERE WE WILL BE GUIDED TO THE TARMAC AREA FOR ARRIVAL ESCORT. REMEMBER LAST YEAR?! THE AIRPORT HAS AN AWESOME IDEA TO WELCOME THEM AND I THINK EVERYONE WILL FIND IT BEAUTIFUL. AGAIN, PLEASE MAKE SURE YOUR MOUNTED FLAGS ARE VERY SECURE AS WE DON'T WANT TO MAKE A LANDING HAZARD, PER THE AIRPORT DIRECTOR. KEEP AND EYE ON THIS THREAD FOR ANY UPDATES. Thanks and be ready for a fun mission! Ron J. |
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treygoose
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Hurricane, WV
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| 17 Jul 2007 9:17 PM |
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This old man will be there.......................unless.......................who knows lol.
Ron sounds like another awesome mission for these folks. |
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Bob "TBone" Smith
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BuckeyeRod610
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| 18 Jul 2007 10:08 AM |
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This will be my first welcome home mission and I am looking forward to it. If anyone else wants to join me on the trip from Columbus, Ohio let me know. BuckeyeRod610@aol.com 614-870-7068.
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