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jgoll 
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Cincinnati, Oh
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| 03 Jan 2006 8:07 PM |
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Army Sergeant First Class Jason Lee Bishop, 31, died on New Year's Eve when a suicide attack blew up the humvee he was riding in, his family told 9News.
Six other soldiers died with him.
Jason Bishop's parents learned New Year's Day their only son been killed.
On Tuesday, his friends and family, including his young daughter, wanted us to tell the Tri-State all about him.
They say he felt born to wear a military uniform.
"Ever since he graduated, that's all he wanted to do was join the Army," said Jason's sister, Lacey Bishop. |
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Tailgunner
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harly69g
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Ride Captain
Owensboro, KY
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| 11 Feb 2007 8:13 PM |
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Swump
Posts: 48
Cincinnati
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| 05 Feb 2006 12:33 AM |
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As a follow up, there was an additional Memorial for SFC Bishop at Covington HS where he was a Marine ROTC instructor today, Feb 4. Rolling Thunder OH 9 was there as well as OH Leathernecks and a few other vet groups. Service was carried out with dignity with no outside disruption.
RIP Jason
Sempre Fi
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big_stew
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MamaMcCuen
Posts: 44
Pine Mountain, GA
Ft. Benning
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| 17 Jan 2006 9:59 PM |
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THANK you CleverLori, I think so too....most of the time! |
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The union of hearts, the union of hands, and the flag of our union forever.
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CleverLori
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Seattle, WA
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Triker1
Posts: 675
Mitchell, In.
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| 17 Jan 2006 6:05 AM |
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It was an HONOR to be able to attend this ride for one of our fallen heroes (SFC Bishop). Big Daddy, you did an outstanding job in bringing everything together. This was the first for my wife and I and I must admit, it was very moving. I pray that this is the last that my wife and I will attend, but if not, we will be there again to show our fallen heroes that we care and support what they have given their life for. To see all the dedicated people at this ride really makes one feel proud to belong to such a group doing such a great thing. It may have been cold on outside, but it sure was warm on the inside. This was GREAT, just GREAT!! SFC Bishop is now riding on the wings of an Angel, GOD bless him and his family.
We shall pass through this world but once. Any good that we can do, or any kindness that we can show another human being, let us do it now and not defer it.
FOR WE SHALL NOT PASS THIS WAY AGAIN. |
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GOD Bless the USA
Indiana Ride Captain
Fred
Never ride faster than your guardian angel can fly. |
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krazyhorse301283
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| 15 Jan 2006 1:57 PM |
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It was an extreme Honor to be in the presence of such great people yesterday. The 3 little girls there yesterday was a great inspiration to all of us vets. Yes the temp was cold, but watching these 3 little girls were heart warming. Great job goes out to Big Daddy. We did make the 11:00 news last night. Hope no more of these get togethers take place, but I know that there will be more and my Brothers and Sisters and myself from Legion Post Riders Group 157,
Shepherdsville Ky. will be there to honor the memory of our fallen heroes and there families and to protect if need be.
Steve Bertram
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brentzero
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| 15 Jan 2006 9:09 AM |
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Big Daddy-
Again, great job getting everything put together, it was an honor for me to participate. I was on the black Sportster. I wish there would be no more funerals for the PGR to attend, but there probably will be, and I will do what I can to participate again in the future.
I am not a combat vet, just a respectful, appreciative citizen of a free country.
Brent C.
Louisville, KY
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Twister
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Broken Arrow, OK
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| 15 Jan 2006 8:42 AM |
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Beautifully executed mission and reports! I am constantly amazed at the sharing of information between members and SC and RCs...when a first mission comes off this smoothly and respectfully, its a testament to everyone involved....leadership and membership. Thank you all for a beautiful job.
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jgoll
Posts: 39
Cincinnati, Oh
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| 15 Jan 2006 7:39 AM |
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Big Daddy
I want to commend you and everyone that helped you organize this ride. I was honored to be with so many people that care. It was a very moving experience for me. I hope we don't have to ride again as PGR but if we do I'll be there. Maybe the next time we meet we will be on bikes. 32 deg. all the way from Cincinnati was just too cold for these old bones.
Jim G.
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BIG DADDY
Posts: 169
KY Ride Captain
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| 15 Jan 2006 4:29 AM |
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One other note about this mission. There were many different motorcycle and veteran's groups present at this mission to support the PGR in honoring SFC. Bishop and his family. It was obvious that regardless of which group we claim membership in we are all one brotherhood with the same goal.
Every group offered their support and almost all stated they would pass the word about the PGR and would join us as members.
I sensed a mutual respect among all the groups and know I felt that way. This mutual respect and common goal ensured that the mission went off as well as it did. We are all new at this and in many cases learning as we go. Everyone presents courtesy toward and co operation with me as the Ride Captain and organizer of the mission was truely something to see and experience.
There are times when a man has the right to just be dammed proud-this was one of those times for me.
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BIG DADDY
Posts: 169
KY Ride Captain
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| 15 Jan 2006 4:14 AM |
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BRINGING A BROTHER HOME---SFC. JASON BISHOP MISSION--14 JANUARY 2006
On Saturday 14 January we attended the funeral services for SFC Jason L. Bishop, a US Soldier killed in action while serving our country. Very seldom in our lives do we have the opportunity to be a part of something truly special and meaningful. This was such a time.
We had been invited and asked by the family to participate in all aspects of the services.
I was assigned as the Ride Captain for this mission. State Captain Don Woodrick was also present.
A young serviceman has died in a country far from home, serving the country he loved so much, sacrificing his life so that others may live in peace and freedom. The scene is one we have seen far too often, one we will never get used to, one which rips at our hearts, automatically brings tears to our eyes and brings back memories long forgotten--- but always a part of us. A scene which brings a terrible sense of loss, as we once again say goodbye to one of our nation’s finest. We as a free people can never ask nor expect any more noble and selfless act from one of our own.
This young man is being returned home to be buried with honors reserved for our nation’s truest heroes. Final honors, to say thank you by a grateful nation as this young soldier is laid to rest, to finally find peace in the soil of the country he fought and died for. He will always remain in the hearts, souls and memories of those who knew and loved him and those who respect and honor his service and supreme sacrifice.
As we met prior to the funeral the weather Gods were frowning on us. The temperature held at a steady 32 degrees with a wind chill factor in the 20’s and snow flurries falling. As I watched groups of bikes, cars and trucks enter the meeting site my heart filled with pride. What special people who brave the elements to be there for the same noble reason. These people were here because they wanted to be, not because they had to be.
We ended up with 5 hardy souls on bikes and about 40 cars, pickups, etc. All total about 80 people showed up.
We had people there from Canada, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Virginia, Tennessee and of course Kentucky. We had families, active duty military, spouses of active duty military, A JROTC Cadet in uniform and a soldier who had served with SFC. Bishop.
I had brought along a supply of full size American Flags, which were issued to anyone needing them.
After a little confusion, on their part, the Jeffersontown Police Department provided an escort to the funeral home. We departed to the funeral home at 10:15 AM, proudly displaying our flags.
These dedicated men and women, many of whom rode hundreds of miles to be there, are there on a shared mission. The most noble of missions, to “bring a brother home.” A “brother” who died doing a job he believed in. The group all share the same thought, “Never Forget.” It makes no difference that none of them had ever met SFC. Jason Bishop.
This group shares in the mission of seeing that SFC. Bishop is returned to his country where his friends, family and loved ones can know he is at peace and, if possible, finally find some sense of closure for their loss.
At the funeral home we parked in an area reserved for us. We formed up in columns of two, each person, in each line, sharing the holding of a full sized American flag. We marched to the entrance of the funeral home where we broke into 2 lines. As the people entered the funeral home they walked between the 2 lines of flags. There were many people there to honor SFC. Bishop who entered with tears in their eyes.
A representative for the funeral home came out at 10:30 AM and informed me that the funeral did not start until 11 AM and that we faced a cold 30 minutes of displaying our flags. When I informed him that we had allotted an hour he was noticeably moved. We were invited to use the funeral homes facilities and even though the room for the funeral was filled they opened an adjacent room for our use where the services were piped in.
We had brought a very nice floral wreath on a stand and a PGR plaque to present to the family. Prior to the services we asked the soldier who had served with SFC Bishop to present our plaque to SFC. Bishop’s widow. We also asked the JROTC Cadet and the young lady who will be deploying to Iraq in May to carry our wreath inside and place it with the other flowers. State Captain Don Woodrick escorted them in and paid our condolences to SFC. Bishop’s widow.
While at the funeral home I was approached by several active duty members of the military who all wanted to thank us for our actions and support. The leader of the Army Honor Guard informed me that they had used our website to obtain information on where and when the funeral was to be held. This gave them ample lead time to prepare.
SFC. Jason Bishop was buried with full military honors conducted by a Military Honor Guard. As I stood at the final resting place of my “brother” my heart filled with my private thoughts and memories of other brothers lost. I was so proud of being a small part of this very special group of people, so proud to share in their mission.
As the service ended and the air filled with the haunting sounds of Taps being played, I prayed that God find a special place of peace for SFC. Jason Bishop. I prayed that God bless and lead his family, loved ones and friends so that they may also find peace. I thanked God for creating such men as SFC. Jason Bishop, who willingly place pride, service, honor and a devout love of their country, above self, and go into harm's way to prove that love. I prayed that God protect our brothers and sisters who are now in harm's way carrying on the legacy of SFC. Jason Bishop and all those who have gone before them. I also thanked God for placing such special people as the members of the Patriotic Guard Riders and other groups among us that day.
Then, just as the sounds of Taps faded into the quietness of a cold Saturday afternoon and the final tears were still being shed, our group of dedicated men and women moved on, to continue with their mission. What special people they are. You could see on the faces of those who witnessed this display of brotherhood and love, that they had been a part of and witnessed something very special. Something that would stay with them for ever.
As I stood there I realized that even though we live in a time when many are quick to find fault with our country and criticize those who live by the mores, principles and values of men such as SFC. Bishop and the men and women of Patriot Guard Riders, there is hope.
Hope, that the hearts of those of our world, who do not understand, and refuse to try, will finally become enlightened to what the “mission” truly represents.
Rest in peace my “brother and comrade.” Be assured, you will “never be forgotten.”
Go in peace and safety my Patriot Guard Riders and brothers and sisters, and all the others who care, as you continue on your most noble of missions. May God bless you and keep you safe.
"Fading light---falling night---
trumpet calls as the sun sinks in flight.
Sleep in peace comrades dear---
God is near."
Not that it matters, but the UG’s didn’t show.
Danny “Big Daddy” Calhoun
Ride Captain -Kentucky
I would like to say thank you to the following people. If I miss someone I apologize. Please know that your presence was appreciated and that I am so proud to have shared something so special with of each of you. There were so many of you who introduced yourself and offered your support to the PGR. I am sorry that time did not allow for me to talk with you more.
Some groups represented were not allowed to have their names mentioned.
All those who found the time to be there.
PGR MEMBERS FROM OHIO-KENTUCKY-INDIANA-ILLINOIS-VIRGINIA-TENNESSEE-CANADA
CHIEF Roemele--Jeffersontown PD
SGT. Flowers--Jeffersontown PD
The Louisville Police Department
Ken Hardin and the staff at Owens funeral home.
Mario-a true patriot AND FRIEND
Desertrose--For taking care of the signing in.
Butch--For his great recon work.
C-BOB--Thanks for making a run from Canada to be there.
Members of Mojocycles-3 members who rode bikes
The other 2 hardy souls on bikes.
The MILITARY family from Tennessee with their beautiful daughters.
Members of Kentucky Task Force Omega Chapters 2 and 3.
American Legion Riders KY POST 157.
Run For The Wall
Rolling Thunder
Lexington SCRC Chapter 63
Star Vets
VFW
American Legion
DAV
JTOTC
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MamaMcCuen
Posts: 44
Pine Mountain, GA
Ft. Benning
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| 14 Jan 2006 9:28 PM |
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Today was our first "official" PGR ride and WOW!! I was so moved by all the wonderful men and women I met today that braved the cold to honor SFC Bishop. My girls learned a first hand lesson in patriotism. They will never forget that it is alive and well outside of our military community. I think that being here at FT. Campbell, always surrounded by soldiers, we forget that you do not have to wear a uniform or be from a military family to understand the cost of freedom. Thank you all for standing tall, I look forward to seeing you again...though I wish it could be for a reason other than a ride.
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The union of hearts, the union of hands, and the flag of our union forever.
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dtswood
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| 14 Jan 2006 8:33 PM |
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The Mission to Honor SFC Jason. L. Bishop is now complete, and went very smoothly with no UG's present. A strong patriotic contingent of PGR, Task Force Omega, Rolling Thunder, and Combat Vets MC united and worked as one to form a wall of honor. With 3x5 flags snapping in the sharp wind, we lined both sides of the driveway leading from the highway to the funeral home. Accumulating snow in outlying areas kept bikes to a miminum , yet we still had 5 or 6 dedicated riders come mounted and around 30 cars present. Our Ride Captain, Big Daddy Calhoun, did another fine job in coordinating events and in securing a wreath to present along with the PGR Plaque. I would like to mention that our PGR group included not only bikers from a number of groups, but active duty military, military spouses and children, an ROTC Cadet, and our newest member, whose husband is currently deployed to Iraq and who is schedulued herself to go on active duty in the spring. The past, present, and future of our country standing together for what is right, standing to honor SFC Jason Bishop's sacrifice. Watch the news tonight and you will hear everything that is wrong about America. SFC Jason L. Bishop stood for everything that is right in America, and today so did we. |
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In Memory: Terri L. Newman 11/64 - 07/05
In Memory: Caleb S. Newman 12/07
"Kentucky Rides With Respect & Honor" |
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