trident_t150  Posts: 631 Marshall Sector Ride Captain, Minnesota

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| 12 Apr 2008 7:48 PM |
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| Thoughts and prayers to the family of a fellow PGRider. RIP, Bernie Schiera. |
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Avatar picture taken at Hector, Mn., Municipal Airport. T33 erected in memory of my best friend, Capt Robert C. Swanson, USAF, in whose memory I ride with the PGR, to honor all who have served our nation.
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VTXRIDER55  Posts: 1322 Warner Robins, GA

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| 12 Apr 2008 8:25 PM |
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| Our heart-felt condolences to the Schiera family and friends in the loss of Bernie. Thank you for his service to this great country. Our prayers go out to God for you in this time of loss. Bernie served to give us the freedom we now enjoy so much and for that he is one of the GREAT AMERICAN HEROS of the land. God bless your family and friends. Wish I could have shaken his hand and told him thank you myself. |

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mailman  Posts: 14768 West Branch, MI - Michigan Regional Ride Captain Zephyrhills, FL - Florida Senior Ride Captain

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| 14 Apr 2008 4:57 PM |
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| Thoughts and prayers to the family and friends of PGR Member Bernie Schiera. Rest In Peace. |
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"Eyes on the olive branch, but arrows at the ready."
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rleard105725  Posts: 19 Edgewood, MD
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| 14 Apr 2008 6:42 PM |
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My wife and I would like to express our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Bernie Schiera, Brother Patriot Guard Rider. We'd also like to send those same well wishes to the Del PGR family.
Bernie will be with the warriors he honored here on earth. They will greet him as his PGR brothers and sisters did here on earth with open arms. |
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Pepper_guy  Posts: 6254 Lacey, WA

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| 14 Apr 2008 10:49 PM |
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My sincere condolences and prayers to family and friends of Bernie Schiera, PGR Member. Mr. Schiera, I am forever grateful for your service to our Fallin Heroes. Your service and sacrifices will not be forgotten. You are a "TRUE AMERICAN HERO". May you Forever Rest in Peace.
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drpepper  Posts: 3089 Texas Gulf Coast

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| 15 Apr 2008 4:00 AM |
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My sincere heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of this hero, Bernie Schiera ... please know we share in your pain. May GOD bless and comfort you during this difficult time.....
Thank you brother ........
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It is the Military who salutes YOUR flag, who serves beneath YOUR flag, whose coffin is draped by YOUR flag, and who by their service allows the protester to burn YOUR flag.
Riding in memory of my home town friends who didn't return from Vietnam: Pete Clark, Dennis Fisher (next door neighbor), & Tommy "Saba" Clark
377 Combat Support Group, 21st MedEvac, Vietnam 1969-1971
Riding a HD Fatboy.... Support your local Viet Nam Vets MC / Legacy Vets MC
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highflyer  Posts: 317 Burlington, North Carolina

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| 15 Apr 2008 10:24 PM |
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Rest in peace or Patriot Guard Brother. You will be missed.
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Riding in Memory of CW2 Paul Joshua Flynn, my hometown hero. |
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wvhusker  Posts: 5133 Ashland, KY Sr. KY R/C

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| 16 Apr 2008 1:54 AM |
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Mr. Schiera,
Thank you for your service to the PGR and for standing for those who fell on the battlefield. It is now our privilege to stand for you. God bless your family in this time of loss.
WVHusker Tom & Kelly Ashland, KY NE KY R/C US Army, 1988 - 1998 Operations Desert Shield/Storm
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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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PGRLabLuvr  Posts: 8709 Naples, FL
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| 16 Apr 2008 5:56 AM |
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My deepest, heartfelt condolences to the Family and Friends of this Veteran, Our Brother. Thank you for your service to our country.
Stand down, Bernie Schiera, your mission is now complete...we got your sisx. May you rest in Honored, Eternal Peace.
Ride safe my Brothers and Sisters, I will be with you all in Spirit as you Stand in Respect for this True American Hero.
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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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landslide21  Posts: 267 Felton, Delaware

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| 16 Apr 2008 6:26 AM |
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to the family and friends of bernie schiera, we extend our deepest and sincere condolences for the loss of your loved one.
to my fellow delaware PGR brother...thank you for standing with us and tiredlessly honoring these men and women over the years, despite being burdened by your own health problems. it is now our turn to stand for you brother. may God grant you the rest and peace that you so rightfully deserve.
hero down - kickstands up...standing by in felton, de
-pebbles & roc
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Karen 'Pebbles' Hoffman in Delaware US Army 1984-88 Member of Law Dogs M/C Group Proud Army (Airborne) Mom to Spc Travis J. Howell, wife to retired Msgt Les Hoffman, sister to Marine CWO2 John T. Lackie. Riding in memory of my grandfather, WWII veteran and retired Msgt, John R. Lackie...and my beautiful mother.
MySpace - ADD ME!
T*A*P*S...Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors
Quote: Illegitimis non carborundum...
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CODman  Posts: 91 Dover, DE

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| 16 Apr 2008 6:23 PM |
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| Final Itinerary...Meet in the Home Depot Parking lot (corner of Rt. 13 and Leipsic Road), Dover, between 2PM and 2:15PM. Kickstands up at 2:20. We'll proceed to the clubhouse of Wild Meadows Community, set up a flag line til 3Pm, furl flags and attend The Schiera's "celebration of life" as friends. After the celebration if you want to participate in his final ride, join his sons and friends...John "CODman" Davis RC (302)730-8899 if you need any info |
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To our Allies & friends, "We will stand by you" ; To our enemies, "Welcome to Davey Jones Locker."
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usmalenurse  Posts: 354 Roseboro, NC

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| 16 Apr 2008 6:36 PM |
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Prayers are extended to the family and friends of Mr Bernie Schiera. His patriotism and compassion for his fellow man will not be forgotten. May God provide the comfort and solace that your loved ones so dearly need and may you rest in eternal peace.
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Charles Hairr Riding in memory of my father who served in WWII
"Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends." John 15:13 _______________________________________
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Uffda  Posts: 11023 Wonder Lake, IL

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| 17 Apr 2008 10:10 PM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Bernie Schiera, PGR Member.
May God help you though this difficult time and sorrow. For his
unselfish dedication to the PGR and families of the fallen he is a hero
and will never be forgotten.
Rest Safely and Securely in God's Loving Arms, Bernie.
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!
He will lead me through.
Morning
Star lights the way;
Restless dream all done;
Shadows gone, break of day,
Life has just begun.
Every tear wiped away,
Pain and sickness gone;
Wide awake there with Him!
Peace goes on and on!
Going home, going home,
I'll be going home.
See the Light! See the Sun!
I'm just going home.
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Cipher  Posts: 403 Gresham/Portland Oregon(e)

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| 18 Apr 2008 12:19 AM |
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My sincere condolences to the families and friends of our hero. People forget the sacrifices our men and women of our military make to protect this great country of ours, it's people and it's constitution. I will not forget and do my best to remind others to remember! Q
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trident_t150  Posts: 631 Marshall Sector Ride Captain, Minnesota

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| 18 Apr 2008 4:37 PM |
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| May your spirit now ride with the angels. |
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Avatar picture taken at Hector, Mn., Municipal Airport. T33 erected in memory of my best friend, Capt Robert C. Swanson, USAF, in whose memory I ride with the PGR, to honor all who have served our nation.
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Slowhand  Posts: 3748 Northeastern, Maryland Senior Chaplain & Ride Captain

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| 18 Apr 2008 7:58 PM |
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| I would like to extend my deepest condolences to the family and friends of this American Hero who stood tall for his homeland during this very sad time in your lives, but remember that you knew a hero first hand while the rest of us just get to hear about their heroic deeds. My prayers are that our GOD may bring peace and comfort to all of you during this tragic time. Please know that not just me , but a country full of people like me owe you a debt that can never be repaid. But please know that your loved one is now serving in the Army of our LORD in heaven, and the LORD said if I go to prepare a place for you, I will come again and recieve you unto myself that where I am there you may be also. Know that it says in the Bible in 2nd Corinthians 5:8 , we are confident I say , willing rather to be absent from the body and present with the LORD. No one can ever say that your loved one isn't a HERO, they were willing to serve that the rest of us may enjoy the freedom we do today, and the sacrifice you and your family have endured so our nation can remain the home of the free because of the brave. We are all brothers and sisters in arms and we don't forget one of our own, rest in peace my comrade, your mission is complete and now it's time for you to rest. May GOD Bless each and everyone of you.Ride the clouds my brother, one day we too will join you in the presence of our LORD JESUS CHRIST. |
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Billboy  Posts: 1686 Webster, Fl.

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| 19 Apr 2008 6:18 AM |
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My Sincere Condolences go out to Family and Friends of, Bernie Schiera, PGR Brother, Bernie you will be missed but not forgotten, May you rest in Peace and God be with you. Thank you for standing up.
Bill Snelson (Billboy) US Army, Nam Veteran PGR Ride Captain, Mentor Webster,Fl. |
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Susan Sturgis  Posts: 4888 Bear, DE In Memory of Ed "Old Iron" Barrett
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| 19 Apr 2008 6:24 PM |
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mjgd  Posts: 164 JOINT BASE BALAD IRAQ

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| 19 Apr 2008 7:02 PM |
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BERNIE, MY BROTHER, THOUGH WE NEVER MET IN PERSON, I KNOW YOU IN MY HEART. AS ALL PGR MEMBERS, WE COME FROM DIFFERENT LOCALS. DIFFERENT WALKS OF LIVE. BUT WE ARE ALL BROTHERS AND SISTERS IN OUR HEARTS AND SOULS IN OUR PATRIOT GUARD WAY OF LIFE AND LOVE FOR OTHERS. ALL OF YOUR FAMILY THAT ATTEND YOUR "CELEBRATION OF LIFE" WILL LISTEN FOR THE "THUNDER FROM HEAVEN," BUT NOT IN FEAR OF A STORM, FOR THAT THUNDER WILL BE "BROTHER BERNIE SHIERA" ROLLING THROUGH HEAVENS BROAD GATES! REST IN PEACE MY BROTHER, WE WILL ALL MISS YOU GREATLY. GOD BLESS AND KEEP YOU |

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Dreamer Patriot Guard Rider in Iraq Vietnam Vet Retired USAF 67-87 Joint Base Balad Iraq Only Two Defining Forces Have Ever Offered To Die For You! Jesus Christ, And The American G.I. Jesus Died For Your Soul. The G.I. For Your Freedom. |
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vf52rcl  Posts: 770 Black Diamond WA. USA

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| 23 Apr 2008 9:56 PM |
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May you rest in peace. My sincere condolences to the family and friends. Thank you for your service and sacrifice Great Warrior. "A True American Hero". You will not be forgotten! I will be standing there in spirit with my fellow brothers. I pray the lord takes you into his Kingdom, Rest in Peace, see you soon my brother.
Richard & Kary.
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USN 1980-1988 To Live is to Love To Love is to Live Ride In Memony of my son Roger 1980-2004 |
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ghostdancer1  Posts: 24 Chestertown, Maryland On the beautiful Eastern Shore

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| 24 Apr 2008 6:18 PM |
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| To the family of Bernie Schiera. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God give you strength to endure this time of sorrow. |
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redds2  Posts: 229
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| 25 Apr 2008 12:28 PM |
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SEMPER FI MR.BERNIE SCHIERA PROUD PATRIOT GUARD RIDERS MAY YOU REST IN PEACE YOU HAVE STOOD YOUR LAST FLAG LINE WE WILL STAND FOR YOU CAUSE ITS THE RIGHT THING TO DO
PROUD MEMBER OF THE PATRIOT GUARD RIDERS OF PA 006
PROUD MEMBER OF THE BROTHERS OF FLIGHT 93''
MARINE 1964==1968 A==1==9 AND STILL WALKING
REDDS 2 PHILLY PA AN AMERICAN TILL I DIE |
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lonetexan2u  Posts: 940 Phelan, Ca. High Desert

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| 27 Apr 2008 12:35 AM |
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| My family extends it's Sincere Condolences to the Family and Friends of Bernie Schiera! "God's speed as you join your comrades and hoist another Flag of Victory as you well deserve. Rest in Peace, as you have served well... I stand in spirit with your brothers and sisters, humbled for all you have given! The PGR has lost another great friend” |
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Billy "Hawkeye" Mathews Sgt USMC 1969 - 1972 Texas Proud Patriot Guard Rider American Legion Post 262 American Legion Riders Chapter 777
Proud Father of 1st Sgt G.R. Mathews 1st Cav US Army, East Texas Proud Grandfather of B. Mathews Airman USAF, East Texas Proud Grandfather of B. Frank Airman First Class USAF, Calif. Proud Father-in-law of C. Stoney Spc US Army 1st Cav, West Texas
Riding in Memory of: My Father, George G. Mathews Pvt US Army WWII Purple Heart, Texas Uncle Henry W. Mathews Pvt US Army WWII, Texas Uncle C.L. Lynch Sgt US Army WWII, Texas Cousin C.M. Lynch US Navy Vietnam, Texas Cousin T.E. Lynch US Navy Vietnam, Texas Cousin George W. Weldy Jr. USMC KIA 2/25/68 Vietnam, Texas Cousin Bennye W. Cowley USMC KIA 2/23/68 Vietnam , Texas Cousin Jackie D. Bradford US Army, Vietnam, Arizona And all those whom have served this great Nation throughout our history |
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cgebh99685  Posts: 43 Townsend, DE

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| 27 Apr 2008 9:11 AM |
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| To the family and friends of Bernie Schiera we express our utmost condolences and gratitude for Bernie's dedicated service to the PGR. May you rest in peace brother PGR member.
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Susan Sturgis  Posts: 4888 Bear, DE In Memory of Ed "Old Iron" Barrett
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| 28 Apr 2008 1:54 AM |
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Today, April 27, 2008 20 days after PGR member Bernie Schiera passed, twenty one PGR riders showed up to say good bye. Instead of a funeral, Bernies family held a "Celebration of Life" to commemorate the way he had lived. We stood a beautiful flag line in front of The Wild Meadows Community Center. Bernies neighbors came to pay their respects and to laugh and cry a little to celebrate him. Those neighbors as well as Brrnies' family were awed and overjoyed to see so many of his PGR brothers, some who never knew him, honor him. Our riders came from New Jersey, PA, DE, and Maryland in not too friendly weather and threatening skies without complaint. I salute all of them and offer my heartfelt "Thanks"
Mission Complete John CODman" Davis RC Central Delaware |
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