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Big rock 
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| 25 Jun 2008 8:46 PM |
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Updated 28 Jun 08 at 0121 EDT by Cagerbob
Visitation and funeral services will be held in Rockledge, Florida on July 2, 2008. Interment services will be held in Bradenton Florida, July 2, 2008.
Wednesday, July 2, 2008.
Phase 1 - Service
Wylie Baxley Funeral Home
1200 S US 1
Rockledge, FL
321-636-2441
Staging begins 8:00 AM
Mission brief: 8:30 AM
Flag line: 8:40 AM
Visitation: 9:00 AM
Service: 10:00 AM
Procession departs for Bradenton at approximately 12:00 PM
Ride Captain for phase 1: Ron Clearly (Lucky51), 352-978-1441
Phase 2 - Interment
Braden River Cemetery
State Road 70
Bradenton 34202
Staging begins: 2:00 PM
Mission brief: 2:30 PM
Flag line 2:40 PM
Family and guests arrive: 2:55 PM
Interment Service: 3:00 PM
Ride Captain for phase2 : Bev Wolfkill (Harleymom), (941) 545-5629
Please bring plenty of water. For those traveling on to Bradenton for phase 2, we will not do a procession escort. We will ride at our own paces, individually, and meet at the Braden River Cemetery. If you are traveling to phase 2, be sure to bring snacks and water.
Respectfully and sadly submitted,
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With a heavy heart, I announce the passing of J. Thomas (Tom) Rowell, 56, United States Navy Viet Nam Veteran and Patriot Guard Rider Ride Captain. Tom's family has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to stand in silent honor of their hero at services for him. Tom was one of those rare individuals who touched the lives of all he met. He was a selfless, caring person. Tom stood for this country and stood for fallen warriors in the State of Florida. It is now our turn to stand for him in his honor.
Service arrangements and itinerary to be announced.
Respectfully and sadly submitted.
Carl Swofford
Florida State Captain
Patriot Guard Riders
CarlS@patriotguard.org
386-793-0030
Riding in loving memory of CW2 Justin S. Swofford |
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SEYYES
Posts: 280
Jupiter, FL
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| 25 Jun 2008 8:50 PM |
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Another good man gone.... One who never failed to stand for others, one who was always there to share, care and help....
One who will be missed very much....
Standing by in Jupiter. |
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Dale Graham
Proud Member of US Military Vets MC - TreasureCoast Chapter - C4
PGR - FL State Assistant Captain - South Florida
PGR - Ride Captian - South Florida Team
SEYIYES - AKA SEY
SEYYES on PGR Forums
Jupiter Florida
US Navy 1982-1988 VP31, NAS Moffett Field, VAQ-134, NAS Whidbey Island, CVN-70 USS Carl Vinson |
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lonetexan2u
Posts: 915
Phelan, Ca. High Desert
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| 25 Jun 2008 8:55 PM |
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| My family extends it's Sincere Condolences to the Family and Friends of J Thomas (Tom) Rowell! May God give you Peace and Comfort within your hearts with the knowledge he is in the grasp of the Greatest hands he would want to be in. Bless each of you in this time of profound emptiness with your hearts.... “God's speed as you join your comrades Tom 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!” Not only have we lost another great Veteran, but we've lost a PGR leader & brother..... |
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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
Proud Grandfather of B. Mathews Airman recruit 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 Vietnam, Texas
Cousin Bennye W. Cowley USMC KIA Vietnam , Texas
Cousin Jackie D. Bradford US Army, Arizona
And all those whom have served this great Nation throughout our history |
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PGRLabLuvr
Posts: 8256
Naples, FL
Ride Captain
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| 25 Jun 2008 8:56 PM |
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My heart is extremely heavy learning of Tom's passing. I was forunate enough to Stand the flagline & break bread with Tom. He was a very sweet and caring person.
My deepest, heartfelt condolences to the Family and Friends of this Veteran, Our Brother, Tom. Thank you for your service to our country and for going above & beyond the call of during for the PGR.
Stand down, Flaman2u, your mission is now complete...we got your 6. May you rest in Honored, Eternal Peace. I TIP MY HAT TO YOU!
Standing by in Bonita Springs... |
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Joan "PGRLabLuvr" Colosimo
Florida Ride Captain
PGRLabLuvr@patriotguard.org
239.250.0015
Proud Military Blue Star Mom
USAF - TSgt Jennifer and her husband, TSgt Mark McIntosh
USAR - PV2 Dominic Sutherland
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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Florida Fatboy
Posts: 104
Homosassa, FL Mentor
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| 25 Jun 2008 9:02 PM |
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| Our sincere condolences to the Family and Friends of J Thomas (Tom) Rowell. RIP Brother. |
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Ride Hard, Ride Long, Ride Safe
USNavy - 1958-1959
USArmy - 1959-1962
"If you can read this, thank a teacher........If you are reading it in English, thank a VET"
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CarlS
Posts: 2726
Florida State Captain Altamonte Springs, FL
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| 25 Jun 2008 9:06 PM |
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This is hard for me. Suzie, to you and the family I send my sincere and heartfelt sympathy. Words cannot express my sorrow at Tom's passing. You have lost a husband, a dad, a son, and a loved one; we have lost a kind, caring, selfless friend and brother. May God give you strength, comfort, and consolation. May he wrap you in warm, loving memories.
Tom, my brother, you will be missed. You had that knack to touch the lives of those you met. Thank you for your friendship and your companionship. Thank you for your service to our nation and for your willingness to honor our military heroes and support their families. Godspeed, Brother; rest in peace. We have the watch.
Standing by in Flagler county. |
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CarlS
US Army
1966-2000
CarlS@patriotguard.org
386-793-0030
Gold Star & Blue Star Dad
Riding in loving memory of CW2 Justin S Swofford |
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satyr
Posts: 4040
Raleigh, NC
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| 25 Jun 2008 9:10 PM |
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I would like to offer my sincere condolences to the family and
friends of Vietnam veteran and PGR brother, J Thomas Rowell. My
thoughts and prayers are with you.
Thank you for standing for our country and defending our freedom
Tom. Rest in peace sailorr. I salute you.
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satyr
Steve Roma
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 heroes never dies.
- Moina Micheals - 1918
"We Shall Keep the Faith"
Inspired by the poem "In Flanders Field" |
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mailman
Posts: 12887
West Branch, MI - Michigan Regional Ride Captain Zephyrhills, FL - Florida Senior Ride Captain
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| 25 Jun 2008 9:27 PM |
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| Deepest condolences to the family and friends of US Navy Vietnam Veteran/PGR Ride Captain J. Thomas (Tom) Rowell. Rest In Peace. |
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"Eyes on the olive branch, but arrows at the ready."
Jim
"mailman"
US Army 1970 - 1972 |
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Noodle
Posts: 189
FL PGR Chaplain Merritt Island, FL
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| 25 Jun 2008 9:54 PM |
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| Sincere condolences to Tom's family and friends; he was a Navy Brother, a PGR Brother and a fellow Merritt Islander. "Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted." Matthew 5:4 |
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Patriotism is not a short and frenzied burst of emotion but a long and steady dedication of a lifetime. Thomas Jefferson
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Big rock
Posts: 2002
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| 25 Jun 2008 10:04 PM |
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My Heart and Prayers to the family and friends of Tom. I have it on Good authority on the type of person Tom was. Though I have not met him, he has touched my life as well. A truer friend there can never be.
Tom, thank you from the bottom of my heart for standing for our country. Thank you for standing for our heroes of today.
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gumijagr
Posts: 1094
Covina, California
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| 25 Jun 2008 10:16 PM |
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| Thank You J Thomas (Tom) Rowell for defending this great Nation in Viet Nam ! You will not be forgotten! Our prayers are with the family and friends. Thank You for being there as Ride captain in the PGR also, you will be missed by all your brothers across the nation for your comittment with PGR
Ride safe PGR Brothers! |
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Riding in Honor of my Brother John: 2nd Marine Division, 24th Marine Amphibious Unit out of Camp LeJune, North Carolina over a year in Beruit Lebanon during the October 23rd, 1983 attack. Also in Memory of my Father: WWll Veteran Navy Phillipines |
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oldgoldstar
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| 25 Jun 2008 10:40 PM |
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| Rest in Peace, Brother Tom, Rest in Peace. May you have fair winds and calm seas in your new adventure and may God bless and comfort those you leave behind until it is their time to join you. Words cannot express our gratitude and thanks, our respect and honor for you for your service to this country and to the Mission of the PGR. God Bless. |
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Zippy
Posts: 6418
Phoenix, AZ
National Forum Admin
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| 25 Jun 2008 10:44 PM |
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| My heart goes out the family, friend and FL PGR brothers and sisters of Tom. May you all find the strength you will need at this difficult time. Our hearts are with you all. |
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Diane "Zippy" Anderson
PROUD Army Mom of SSgt Billy Myers 2nd Cavalry Stryker, Iraq
"...for those who man the battle line, the bugle whispers low, and freedom has a taste and price the protected never know..."
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Pepper_guy
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Lacey, WA
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| 25 Jun 2008 10:45 PM |
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My sincere condolences and prayers to family and friends of J. Thomas "Tom" Rowell, U.S. Navy / Viet Nam Veteran / PGR Ride Captain. Mr. Rowell, I am forever grateful for your service to our country and 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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oldseadog
Posts: 3
Ocala Florida
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| 25 Jun 2008 10:53 PM |
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So long Shipmate, smooth seas and fair winds,may peace be with your loved ones as you continue your eternal voyage. I salute you.
Jackson Nay Sr
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USN Ret. MA1 |
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Moe L
Posts: 66
Homosassa Springs, FL
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| 26 Jun 2008 1:10 AM |
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Sincere condolences to Thomas Rowell's family and friends.
DEFINITION OF A VETERAN
A Veteran - whether active duty, retired, nationalguard or reserve - is someone who, at one point in their life, wrote a check made payable to "The United States of America", for an amount of "up to and including my life."
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ROBERTRPEARMAN
Posts: 1615
WASHINGTON HEIGHTS, NY
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| 26 Jun 2008 1:13 AM |
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| OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY AND CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF VIETNAM VETERAN AND PGR RIDE CAPTAIN J. THOMAS (TOM) ROWELL USN. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. WELCOME HOME THOMAS AND REST IN PEACE BROTHER. ROBERT AND JUANITA |
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YOU ARE NEVER REALLY GONE UNTIL YOU ARE FORGOTTEN
ROBERT R PEARMAN
US AIR FORCE 1961 - 1965
AMERICAN LEGION
VIETNAM VETERANS OF AMERICA
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Daslowpoke
Posts: 1205
New Port Richey, FL
Senior
Ride Captain
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| 26 Jun 2008 1:57 AM |
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My thoughts, prayers, and heartfelt condolences go out to Tom's family and friends. I pray that God will provide them with the comfort that only He can and carry them through this tragic loss.
Tom, your passing cuts right to the core. We've ridden more missions and shared more sadness and laughter than I can recall. You were there when the PGR in Florida needed you most. I feel cheated that we won't see you, the wing, or your impish grin in another staging area in this lifetime. I feel comforted that you will join the ranks of those watching over us from above. I feel blessed to have had the opportunity to share the miles and the smiles with you.
Ride free my Brother. I'll see you on the other side of the mountain... |
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Riding in Memory of:
John "SmokyMTNSporty" Deniakis
"Optimistically pessimistic about life"
Mike "Deltoid" Bland
"It's All Good"
Jack "jacklok" Loken
"Take Care Ride Safe" |
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bluefalcor1
Posts: 71
largo fl
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| 26 Jun 2008 3:31 AM |
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| My condolences to the family and friends of J Thomas(Tom) Rowell USN, may the peace of God be with you at this time. Tom thank you for your service not only to your country but also to the PGR. rest in peace. |
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Starbike
Posts: 868
Proud Florida PGR Member, Medic, Mentor, and Ride Captain from Groveland, Florida
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| 26 Jun 2008 3:33 AM |
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My sincere gratitude for Tom's military service and leadership with the Patriot Guard Riders---you will be missed, Sir.
My sincerest condolences to the family and friends of Navy Veteran and PGR Ride Captain Tom Rowell---May God Bless You All.
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Riding In Memory Of My Parents---1st. Lt. Elizabeth L. Hanifin and 1st. Lt. Robert W. Hanifin
PGR member along with both of my brothers:
Sgt. Robert C. Hanifin USAF 64-68 and Patriot Guard Rider
Sgt. David P. Hanifin USAF 70-74 and WV PGR Ride Captain
Standing the flagline in memory of FL PGR SRC Jack "jackloc" Loken, Jr.
And GA PGR SRC Mike "deltoid" Bland |
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Jasper54
Posts: 6315
Columbus, Ohio
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| 26 Jun 2008 3:47 AM |
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| I offer my most sincere prayers and extend my deepest sympathies to the family and friends of US Navy, Viet Nam Veteran and Patriot Guard Rider, J. Thomas "Tom" Rowell. I pray that the Lord Jesus is therer with you to hold you and to give you His Peace and Comfort during this time of sorrow. |
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For I am persuaded that neither death nor life, nor angels nor principalities nor powers, nor things present nor things to come, nor height nor depth , nor any other created thing , shall be able to separate us from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus our Lord. - Romans 8:38-39.
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GySgt. Roger Casto, U.S.M.C. Ret. 1972-1992
Iran/Iraq War Veteran 1988 (Op Earnest Will)
Veteran of Foriegn Wars, Life Member
Double Blue Star Dad
El Shaddai Ministries Chaplain
Riding in honor of:
Sgt. Millard Archy, USA, WWI, France; Sgt. John Meyer, USA WWI, France; Sgt. Alva Pete Osborn, USA, WWII, KIA - France; Seaman Bob Schneider, USN, WWII, Purple Heart; Battle of Leyte Gulf; T/Sgt. Russell Casto, USAF Congo Revolution, Viet Nam; Sgt. Ron Casto, USMC C.A.P. Viet Nam; Sgt. Sean Casto, TennANG. Iraq War; Spc. Angela West, USA; SrA Micah Burgess, USAF, Afghanistan.
In Honor and Memory of Ten HMLA-267, MAG-39 Marines who Answered the call and made the ULTIMATE SACRAFICE while ensuring the safety and security of our nation:
Lt. Col. Knott, Capt. Dillon, Capt. Dolvin, Capt. Hurley, Capt. Cronin, Sgt. Kilkus, Sgt. Keller, Cpl. Romei, LCpl. Adams, Cpl. Monahan,
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dzeisz
Posts: 14
Leesburg Fl.
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| 26 Jun 2008 4:01 AM |
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| I'd like to express my sincere condolences to the family & friends of Tom. My PGR brother. He well be missed by all. Now in the lords hands. God bless him |
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sig22
Posts: 3013
New Port Richey, Fl
Senior Ride Captain
FL State Captain-Retired
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| 26 Jun 2008 4:17 AM |
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I've tried to start this post many times now. My heart is broken, the tears are flowing.
Tom was my friend.
He was one of the first to accept the title of Ride Captain when I became State Captain. He was kind, caring, and dedicated, a man that I could always depend on to do the right thing. We rode many miles and shed many tears together. My heart is breaking, the tears are flowing, and I'm left without words.
Suzie, I send my most sincere condolences to you and your family. I pray that the Lord comforts you through this very difficult time, and through the days ahead. Please let us know if there's ANYTHING that you need.
Ride free now Tom...there's some real good people with you. I know for sure that you were met by a big burly guy named Jack, who was waiting for you saying "Welcome home brother...lets ride, I'll show you all the good roads".
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Even if you're on the right track, you'll get run over if you just sit there.
"We are most effective as a team when we compliment each other without embarrassment and disagree without fear."
- Unknown
RIDING IN HONOR AND LOVING MEMORY OF:
PGR FL Ride Captain (Ret) Tom "Flaman2u" Rowell - 24 Jun 2008
PGR TN member and friend John "SmokyMtnSporty" Deniakis - 09 Jun 2008
"Optimistically pessimistic about life"
PGR GA Ride Captain (Ret) Mike "Deltoid" Bland - 22 Feb 2008
"It's all good"
PGR FL Senior Ride Captain Jack "Jacklok" Loken - 20 Oct 2007
"Take care, ride safe"
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