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Wags User is Offline
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12 Jun 2008 8:34 AM Alert 

ANC Mission Plan - 25 June 2008

MSG (ret) Jeff Johnston, 61, Army is to be buried on the hallowed grounds of Arlington National Cemetery (ANC) on 25 June, 2008 at approximately 1000 hours from the ANC Admin. Bldg.

Stage:     0850 hrs       Marine Corps War memorial (Iwo Jima Memorial)
Brief:       0900 hrs
Depart:    0910 hrs      Transit to ANC Admin Bldg
Honors:   1000 hrs      Graveside - time approximate

Ride Captain: Jim Furr   (540) 454-0629 cell

Iron Horses preferred, cages welcome as always.
Large mounted flags desired for transit to ANC (furled upon arrival).
Hand-held flags not used at this service. (ANC request)
NO military-mandated ID / gear required for this mission.

More ANC - PGR Info:
    Special ANC Considerations: Flags, etc  and  PGR-ANC Information / Maps / Etc


Ride Safe, Ride Together . . .. Let's Roll! . . . Freedom is NOT Free!!
     Riding for Brad Winchester, Vet, PGR Sr Ride Captain
 
Dave
 
David "SilverBack" Slone
Patriot Guard Riders - Ride Captain, Sr. Ride Captain Arlington National Cemetery
www.patriotguard.org
Cell: 301-758-5608  Home: (434) 990-1799 
david.slone@pobox.com 163 Hickory Lane, Barboursville, VA 22923


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This is a Confirmed ANC Mission!

MSG (ret) Jeff Johnston served two tours in Viet Nam and also saw service in Korea and Germany.  

He is to be buried on the hallowed grounds of Arlington National Cemetery (ANC) on 25 Jun 2008 at approximately 1000 hours from the ANC Administration Building.

PGR has been invited to participate in these services, as well as in services that were held in early June in his hometown, and we will stand tall, silent and proud at graveside for this Here of past wars.

Detailed planning is underway and an ANC mission plan will post here, shortly!



Ride Safe, Ride Together . . . Let's Roll! . . . Freedom is NOT Free!! 
     Riding for Brad Winchester, Vet, PGR Sr Ride Captain 
 
Dave 
 
David "SilverBack" Slone
Patriot Guard Riders - Ride Captain, Sr. Ride Captain Arlington National Cemetery
www.patriotguard.org  
Cell: 301-758-5608  Home: (434) 990-1799 
david.slone@pobox.com 163 Hickory Lane, Barboursville, VA 22923

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The family of United Sates Army Master Sergeant (Ret) Jeff Johnson, has requested that the Patriot Guard Riders stand in Honor of their Hero at funeral services for him in Spring Hill on Saturday 14 June 2008. Jeff served two tours in Vietnam, as well as tours in Korea, and Germany. After his retirement, He was very much involved with his community, volunteering much of his time to The American Legion, VFW, DAV, and other groups. 
Jeff loved to dive, and made dives all over the world, including the Great Barrier Reef. He also was a Spring Diver.  
  
 Jeff passed away on Saturday June 8th 2008  from cancer, he leaves behind Stacy, his Wife of 51 weeks, one son, and two stepsons. 
 
Jeff did not hesitate to stand for us, now it is our time to stand for him. 
 
The mission will be a Flag Line only, at the Funeral Service. 
 
Interment with full military honors will be at: Arlington National Cemetery on 25 June 2008 
 
Funeral Service will be held at: 
Turner Funeral Home 
14360 Spring Hill Dr. 
Spring Hill, FL. 
 
We will stage at the Funeral Home 
  
Staging Begins:      07:45 AM 
Mission Brief:          08:30 AM  
Set Flag Line:         08:45 Am 
Viewing Begins:     09:00AM 
Service Begins:      11:00 AM 
 
Please bring your 3 x 5 American Flag and join us as we stand in silent respect for a true American Hero.
 The Ride Captain for this Mission is:  
 Bill "Billboy" Snelson 
 352 457-6131
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SteveC1951 User is Offline
Posts: 376
Blue Grass Iowa
12 Jun 2008 9:06 AM Alert 
My sympathy and condolences to the family and friends of MSG Jeff Johnson in your time of sorrow.  To MSG Jeff Johnson my grattitude for your service in defense of our Nation and the freedoms we enjoy.  You are an American Hero and you will not be forgotten, Rest In Peace.
Steve Cole
SFC, US Army, 1970 - 1992, Retired
Member H.O.G., ABATE
Proud Member PGR
sneakysnake User is Offline
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Panama City, Fl.
12 Jun 2008 9:08 AM Alert 
Gail and I extend ourdeepest sympathies to the Family of MSG. Jeff Johnson
His service and sacrifices to our country will never be forgotten. Welcome Home Sir! May you rest in eternal peace.
Animals

James Davis
Dixie Region Captain
AL, FL, GA, LA, MS, TN
Proud Patriot Guard Rider
It Ain't Easy Bein' Me!
CarlS User is Offline
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Florida State Captain Altamonte Springs, FL
12 Jun 2008 9:27 AM Alert 
To the family of Jeff, I send my sincere and heartfelt sympathy in your loss of a loved one, a family member, a friend. May God give you comfort, consolation and strength as you walk this dark road.

To Jeff, my brother and comrade in arms, thank you for your service to our great nation. Godspeed and rest in peace. SALUTE
CarlS
US Army
1966-2000

CarlS@patriotguard.org
386-793-0030


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satyr User is Offline
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Raleigh, NC
12 Jun 2008 10:19 AM Alert 
  I would like to offer my sincere condolences to the family and friends of Vietnam veteran, MSgt Jeff Johnson, U.S. Army (ret).  My thoughts and prayers are with you.
  Thank you for standing for our country and defending our freedom Jeff.  Rest in peace soldier.  I salute you.
satyr

Steve
USAF 1976 - 1980, TAC
Dry Hill AFS, Watertown, NY
Finland AFS, Finland, MN

We cherish too, the Poppy red
That grows on fields where valor led,
It seems to signal to the skies
That blood of heros never dies.

Moina Micheals - 1918
"We Shall Keep the Faith"
Inspired by the poem "In Flanders Field"
vander177 User is Offline
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Vandergrift, PA
12 Jun 2008 11:30 AM Alert 
My condolences and prayers to the family and friends of U.S. Army (ret) Master Sergeant Jeff Johnson. I thank you for your military service and sacrifices you made for this grateful nation in keeping peace worldwide. You may be gone, but, you will never be forgotten.

The price of freedom is written on the WALL!
Ralph A. DeLorme, SFC, US Army, Retired
PGR Western PA Veterans Liaison
Patriot Guard Riders (#75,342), Ride Captain, Region 10, PA
American Legion Riders, Post 820, Monroeville, PA
GWRRA member - PA Chapter U
DAV Life Member

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Riding in memory of our grandson Randy C. DeLorme - April 1986 - December 2001

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Rev Hawk User is Offline
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Homosassa, FL
12 Jun 2008 12:45 PM Alert 
My wife and I send our deepest heart felt condolences to the familiy and friends of MSG Jeff Johnson. May our Lord guide and comfort you during your time of sadness and loss. To MSG Johnson, my Combat Brother from The Nam. Your mission is now complete "Top" God has sent you the call, Echo Oscar Mike. Job Well Done. Thank you and God bless you sir.

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Rev Hawk & Butterfly
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kbell User is Offline
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Jacksonville,Fl
12 Jun 2008 1:44 PM Alert 
I would like to offer my sincere condolences to the family and friends of MSgt Jeff Johnson. May you find comfort in GOD'S love and mercy during this difficult time. Thank you for your service to this great nation. You will not be forgotten.
Karen (kerrybell) Trone
If you are going to worry then don't pray...
If you are going to pray then don't worry !!
For I know the plans I have for you....
Jeremiah 29:11

Live simply. Love generously.
Care deeply. Speak kindly.
Leave the rest to God.
Billboy User is Offline
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Webster, Fl.
12 Jun 2008 1:48 PM Alert 
My Sincere Condolences go out to Family and Friends of MSG. Jeff Johnson, US Army (Ret), Though you will be missed you will not be forgotten, Thank you Jeff for your Service. May you rest in Peace and may God be with you.

Bill Snelson (Billboy)
US Army, Veteran
PGR Ride Captain, Mentor
Webster, Fl.
mlmsan User is Offline
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Loganville, Georgia 30052
12 Jun 2008 4:35 PM Alert 
My sincere condolences to the Family and Friends of MSG Jeff Johnson, US Army, Veteran. I pray God will give you comfort in your time of sorrow. I am grateful for MSG Jeff Johnson's, service to our Great Nation and greatly appreciate Him for my freedom. MSG Jeff Johnson, You are a true American Hero and will not be forgotten. Stand down Soldier, Your mission is complete. Job Well Done. May our Heavenly Father welcome You home to rest.

Know You Are Loved
Larry "Sir Bear" Sanderson

Georgia Mentor Team
770-500-6895

U.S Navy Vietnam - 66/67
USS Franklin D. Roosevelt CVA 42
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milktoast User is Offline
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West Branch, MI Zephyrhills, FL
12 Jun 2008 5:08 PM Alert 
My heartfelt condolences and prayers to the family and friends of MSG (ret) Jeff Johnson. I thank this hero for his many years of service and sacrifices. May he rest in peace.
Janet
Michigan Regional Ride Captain/Region 6
Florida Ride Captain/Florida National Cemetery Ride Captain
Proud wife, daughter, daughter-in-law of vets from Vietnam, Korea, and WWII

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Pinger User is Offline
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Lisbon, NY
12 Jun 2008 5:32 PM Alert 
Thank you Jeff, for your service for the preservation of FREEDOM ........... I Salute You

My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Jeff Johnson, MSgt., USA(Ret), Viet Nam Veteran ........... and Hero
Charlie

USAF 60 - 64
USN 65 - 82
USN Retired 82
Viet Nam 71 & 73


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Lake Mary, FL





12 Jun 2008 6:29 PM Alert 
My family and I send our most sincere and heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of this American Hero. May you find peace in knowing the love and memories you have will remain in your hearts forever, and comfort in knowing you are in the hearts and prayers of a grateful nation.

MSG Jeff Johnson, our world is a safer place because of brave and selfless warriors like you, rest in peace...
Cat


"To live in the hearts of those you leave behind
is never to die"
~Robert Orr~

In loving memory of Sgt John D Rode
KIA 02/14/07 Baquaba Iraq
mailman User is Offline
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West Branch, MI - Michigan Regional Ride Captain Zephyrhills, FL - Florida Senior Ride Captain
12 Jun 2008 7:07 PM Alert 
Sincere condolences to the family and friends of US Army MSG (Ret) Jeff Johnson. Rest In Peace.
"Eyes on the olive branch, but arrows at the ready."

Jim
"mailman"
US Army 1970 - 1972
PGRLabLuvr User is Offline
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Bonita Springs, FL

Ride Captain
12 Jun 2008 7:12 PM Alert 
My deepest, heartfelt condolences to the Family and Friends of this Veteran. Thank you for your service to our country. 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.
Joan "PGRLabLuvr" Colosimo
Florida Ride Captain
PGRLabLuvr@patriotguard.org
239.250.0015

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Pepper_guy User is Offline
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Lacey, WA
12 Jun 2008 7:17 PM Alert 
My sincere condolences and prayers to family and friends of MSG. Jeff Johnson, U.S. Army Retired / Viet Nam Veteran. MSG. Johnson, I am forever grateful for your service to our country. Your service and sacrifices will not be forgotten. You are a "TRUE AMERICAN HERO". May you Forever Rest in Peace.

Junius Henry
PGR Member #10094
Wayne18 User is Offline
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Interlachen, Fl. Asst. State Captain
12 Jun 2008 8:04 PM Alert 
My sincere condolences to the family and friends of U S Army Master Sergeant Jeff Johnson (Ret) May God comfort you in this time of sorrow.
Wayne Howell
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Lucky1951 User is Offline
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EUSTIS , FLORIDA
12 Jun 2008 8:36 PM Alert 
Condolences and prayers for the family of MSG. Jeff Johnson . Thank you Jeff for your many years of service
Rest in Peace .
Ride Captain / Proud to be an AMERICAN . Proud to had Served .Proud to show Respect for those who Serve . USAF 71 - 75 APSq 438th , USAFR 76 - 80 APSq 914th
690MedCo User is Offline
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Huntington Beach, CA
12 Jun 2008 9:58 PM Alert 
Thank you MSG (ret) Jeff Johnson for your dedicated service and sacrifice to defend this great country of ours!! Our thoughts & prayers are with you, your family and friends of this fallen hero to ease them through these difficult times. You will never be forgotten! Rest in peace.
Glen Owsley
SP4 U.S. Army 1976-1979
Medical Specialist
690th Medical Co (amb)
34th Medical Btn
Ft Benning, GA
U.S. Army Reserve (IRR)1979-1982
Patriot Guard Rider
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lonetexan2u User is Offline
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Phelan, Ca. High Desert
12 Jun 2008 10:17 PM Alert 
My family extends it's Sincere Condolences to the Family and Friends of MSG (ret) Jeff Johnson! May God give you peace and comfort within your hearts at this time. "A warrior's road is not finished until he walks upon the streets of Heaven. God's speed as you join your comrades and hoist another Flag of Victory as you well deserve. Rest in Peace, you have served well... I stand in spirit with my brothers and sisters, humbled by all you have given!” “To some a soldier is just a soldier, but to comrades in arms, We’re Family”
Billy "Hawkeye" Mathews
Sgt USMC 1969 - 1972 Texas
Proud Patriot Guard Rider
American Legion Post 262
American Legion Riders Post 777

Proud Father of 1st Sgt G.R. Mathews 1st Cav US Army, East Texas
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Proud Grandfather of B. Frank Airman First Class USAF, Calif.
Proud Father-in-law of C. Stoney Spc US Army 1st Cav, West Texas

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Uncle Henry W. Mathews Pvt US Army WWII, Texas
Uncle C.L. Lynch Sgt US Army WWII, Texas
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Cousin Jackie D. Bradford US Army, Arizona
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custer7thcav User is Offline
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Hillsboro, Ohio
13 Jun 2008 1:25 AM Alert 
My sincere condolences to the family and friends of MSgt. Jeff Johnson. Thank you, sir, for your service and dedication. God bless you, and be with your family during this very difficult time. Rest in peace.
custer7thcav
In honor and memory of
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and
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ROBERTRPEARMAN User is Offline
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WASHINGTON HEIGHTS, NY
13 Jun 2008 2:28 AM Alert 
OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY AND CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF VIETNAM VETERAN MSGT. JEFF JOHNSON USA (RET). OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. WELCOME HOME JEFF AND REST IN PEACE BROTHER. ROBERT AND JUANITA
YOU ARE NEVER REALLY GONE UNTIL YOU ARE FORGOTTEN

ROBERT R PEARMAN
US AIR FORCE 1961 - 1965
AMERICAN LEGION
VIETNAM VETERANS OF AMERICA
PATRIOT GUARD RIDERS
Moe L User is Offline
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Homosassa Springs, FL
13 Jun 2008 2:47 AM Alert 
My Sincere Condolences go out to Family and Friends of MSG. Jeff Johnson, US Army (Ret). Thank you for your Service. May you rest in Peace.
"Some people live an entire lifetime and wonder if they have made a difference in the world, MARINES don't have that problem." --President Ronald Reagan, 1985--
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13 Jun 2008 3:39 AM Alert 
My prayers and sympathies go out to the family of Retired US Army MSgt. Jeff Johnson.
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T/Sgt. Russell Casto, USAF Congo Revolution, Viet Nam.
Sgt. Ron Casto, USMC C.A.P. Viet Nam 1966.
My son, SPC Sean Casto, TennANG. Iraqi Veteran
My daughter, Spc. Angela West, US Army
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VTXRIDER55 User is Offline
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Warner Robins, GA
13 Jun 2008 5:16 AM Alert 
Our heart-felt condolences to the Johnson family and friends in the loss of Jeff. Thank you for his service to this great country. Our prayers go out to God for you in this time of loss. Jeff 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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