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Geezer Glide 2001 
Posts: 1407
Conroe,Texas
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| 13 Jul 2008 3:38 PM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Loren R.Craker,Thanks for being one of our greatest heroes. God Bless. And God Bless, The fellow soldiers that stands for us everyday.Thank you for your dedicated service and sacrifice to defend this great nation of ours.
We salute you , My Friend
Final Inspection
The soldier stood and faced God,
Which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining.
Just as brightly as his brass.
"Step forward now,soldier.
How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To My Church have you been true?"
The soldier squared his shoulders and said,
"No, Lord, I guess I ain't.
Because those of us who carry guns,
Can't always be a saint.
I've had to work most Sundays,
And at times my talk was tough.
And sometimes I've been violent,
Because the world is awfully rough.
But, I never took a penny,
That wasn't mine to keep....
Though I worked a lot of overtime.
When the bills just got too steep.
And I never passed a cry for help,
Though at times I shook with fear.
And sometimes, God, forgive me,
I've wept unmanly tears.
I know I don't deserve a place,
Among the people here.
They never wanted me around,
Except to calm their fears.
If you've a place for me here, Lord.
It needn't be so grand.
I never expected or had too much,
But if you don’t, I’ll understand.
There was a silence all around the throne,
Where the saints had often trod.
As the soldier waited quietly,
For the judgment of his God.
"Step forward now,soldier
you’ve borne your burdens well.
Walk peacefully on Heaven’s streets;
you’ve done your time in Hell."
Paul E. Babb Sr.
Riding loud and proud......But standing tall and silent...........for the American Hero.
Paul E. Babb Sr. ( Ret. LEO )
MCSO-3110
S.E.Tx. P.G.R. Rider
Conroe, Texas
Riding in memory of
Sgt.Jack H. Holder Jr.
MCSO-3102
DIUSMC Parris Island, Buford SC.
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Slowhand
Posts: 3748
Northeastern, Maryland Senior Chaplain & Ride Captain
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| 13 Jul 2008 6:46 PM |
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| I would like to extend my deepest condolences to the family and friends of Loren R. Craker in this very sad time in your lives. 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. We 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. I thank you for 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. |
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aoop
Posts: 2441
Vidor, Orange County, TX
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| 13 Jul 2008 6:52 PM |
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| Thank You Soldier. |
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James M. Richards
Vidor,TX
US Navy 1969-1972 Damage Control
jmrichards@aoop.net http://www.myspace.com/stoneagegeek
Travel in Memory of: Pvt Clinton Victor Richards, (Uncle) WWI, USA, KIA, GySgt Joseph B. Richards ,USMC, (Father) WWII, Deceased, SSgt Leroy Richards, USMC, (Uncle) WWII, Deceased, Pvt Dewitt E. Rabalais, USMC, Father in Law, Deceased, Col Gilbert Meibaum, USMC, VN, AO, SN Larry Slaymaker, USN, VN, KIA and each and every Brother and Sister who has worn the uniform and lifted their right hand to make the Promise to willingly die if need be to defend the freedoms of our Citizens and the innocents abroad.
A Mother asked President Bush, "Why did my Child have to die in Iraq?" Another Mother asked President Kennedy,"Why did my Child have to die in Vietnam?" Another Mother asked President Truman, "Why did my Child have to die in Korea?" Another Mother asked President F.D. Roosevelt,"Why did my Child have to die at Iwo Jima ?" Another Mother asked President W. Wilson, "Why did my Child have to die on the battlefield of France ?" Yet another Mother asked President Lincoln,"Why did my Child have to die at Gettysburg ?" And yet another Mother asked President G.Washington, "Why did my Child have to die near Valley Forge?" Long, long ago a Mother (Mary) asked, "Heavenly Father, why did my Child have to die on a cross outside Jerusalim?" All the answers are so near the same. One died to save our Souls and the others died to protect our Freedoms. |
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ROBERTRPEARMAN
Posts: 1394
WASHINGTON HEIGHTS, NY
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| 14 Jul 2008 1:18 AM |
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| OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY AND CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF VIETNAM VETERAN LOREN R. CRAKER USA. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. WELCOME HOME LOREN 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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Jasper54
Posts: 5818
Columbus, Ohio
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| 14 Jul 2008 2:27 AM |
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| I offer my most sincere prayers and extend my deepest sympathies to the family and friends of US Army Viet Nam Veteran, Loren R.. Craker. I pray that the Lord Jesus is there wtih you to hold you and to give you His Peace and Comfort during this most difficult time. |
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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
God hath not promised us skies always blue,
flower-strewn pathways, all our lives through;
God hath not promised us sun without rain,
joy without sorrow, peace without pain.
But God hath promised strength for the day,
rest for the labor, light for the way,
grace for the trials, help from above,
unfailing sympathy, undying love ...
Visit Me At: WWW.MySpace.com/ChaplainRoger
Riding in honor of:
Sgt. Millard Archy, US Army, WWI, Purple Heart - Exposed to mustard gas in France.
Sgt. Alva Pete Osborn, US Army, WWII, KIA - France.
Seaman Bob Schneider, US Navy, 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 1966.
My son, SPC Sean Casto, TennANG. Iraqi Veteran
My daughter, Spc. Angela West, US Army
SrA Micah Burgess, US Air Force, Afghanistan Veteran
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
Cpl. Monahan
LCpl. Adams
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VTXRIDER55
Posts: 1287
Warner Robins, GA
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| 14 Jul 2008 5:03 AM |
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| Our heart-felt condolences to the Craker family and friends in the loss of Loren. Thank you for his service to this great country. Our prayers go out to God for you in this time of loss. Loren 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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JR & Patti Bedford
Psalms 37:5
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SteveC1951
Posts: 376
Blue Grass Iowa
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| 14 Jul 2008 6:19 AM |
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To the family and friends, my sincere sympathy and condolences in your time of sorrow.
To Loren R. Craker, my grattitude and thanks to you for your service in defense of our Nation and the freedoms we enjoy. You are a true American Hero. You will not be forgotten. |
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Steve Cole
SFC, US Army, 1970 - 1992, Retired
Member H.O.G., ABATE
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satyr
Posts: 3602
Raleigh, NC
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| 14 Jul 2008 7:49 AM |
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I would like to offer my sincere condolences to the family and friends of Vietnam veteran, Loren R. Craker. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Thank you for standing for our country and defending our freedom Loren. Rest in peace soldier. I salute you.
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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"
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wvhusker
Posts: 4502
Ashland, KY
NE KY R/C
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| 14 Jul 2008 9:28 AM |
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Mr. Craker,
Thank you for your willingness to defend the United States of America and her freedoms and interests. Your death brings much sorrow and sadness to the hearts and lives of your family, friends, military brothers and sisters, each and every member of the Patriot Guard Riders, and all who truly appreciate their freedom. We are proud of your service and dedication in that which you believed in and fought for. Your mission is complete. You are truly an American hero and the world in which we live is a safer place because of your commitment to freedom. We will now proudly stand for you with honor, dignity, and respect. We pray that you will now rest peacefully in the arms of God. May He provide peace, comfort, and understanding to each life you touched.
WVHusker
Tom & Kelly
Ashland, KY
Sr. 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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armymedic
Posts: 67
Kaukauna, Wisconsin
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| 14 Jul 2008 3:35 PM |
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| ~ FINAL MISSION REPORT ~ Arrived in King Veterans Cemetery by 10:45 AM to do the preset for flags. 5 PGR's assisted. It was a beautiful day. Near 80/blue skies/lots of sunshine. The ride to Iola was on Hwy 49 which winds/curves its way thru the central Wisconsin farmland. Lots of small farmettes with dairy cows grazing in some fields & flocks of sandhill cranes doing the same in others. We came over the hill as we approached Iola & my neck stretched to see how many bikes were in the IGA parking lot. I expected just a few. There were many!! I lost count at 30!! (A Monday, mid-day Mission) As an RC, I am always concerned about the turnout. I should not be, they ALWAYS come. These men/women are true Patriots. Not all are Marines. But all are ALWAYS FAITHFULL.
In fairness, this was a joint Mission between the Patriot Guard & Rolling Thunder. Loren was a member of R.T. among other groups. Police escort was flawless. Waupaca County co-ordinated. We went thru 4 small towns.
King Vets (State) Cemetery is situated with a very large hill right in the middle of the grounds.Loren was buried at the very top.(Even though as Vietnam Vets we were not respected in life, he is now respected at the very top of these hallowed grounds) He is in the company of many other Vietnam brothers on that piece of highground. May your soul be at peace, Loren. We thank-you for your military service and your dedication to your God,your country,and your family.
It was an honor to meet your wife and children today. I had never met them before, but I can see that you were greatly loved by them all. Your values and your memory will live on in their acts/deeds. I think the Patriot Guard did you proud today. We came because we CARE. Because we feel it is our DUTY. Our OBLIGATION to you and your family. Welcome home, my brother. My deepest sympathy to your loved ones, ~ Michael Weaver, Patriot Guard, SRC, N.E. Wisconsin,~ Army Medic, Vietnam, 1968-69 ~ |
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Wizard
Posts: 24
Green Bay and Wausau
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| 17 Jul 2008 5:39 PM |
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Thank You Mike and all my friends, and those that showed up for Lorens last ride. It reinforces why I belong to the Patriot Guard and what we stand for. Thank you all and Thank you Doreen and family for allowing us to send off our friend the way he deserved.
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