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harly69g 
Posts: 8283
Sr. Ride Captain
Owensboro, KY
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| 15 Aug 2008 10:01 AM |
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Updated 17 Aug 08 1802 edt S Sturgis
Staging time and location for this mission will be 1045, at the White Funeral Home in Summersville, WV.
The family will arrive at 1130, and we need to stand up the flag line by 1100, or very shortly thereafter.
We will be providing escort from the funeral home to the cemetery, so those of you who can, please come prepared to fly flags from your bike, or cage. The staff of White Funeral Home wants us there early, in order to park us in the appropriate location to lead the escort.
Please be on time and everyone needs to remember to bring their 3x5 US flags.
Directions: CAUTION…Google Maps and MapQuest both show an incorrect location for the funeral home.
If coming into Summersville on Rt 19 from the south, turn left at the first stoplight, which is Route 41 / Broad Street (look for the Dairy Queen). Go approximately 1 mile and the funeral home is the large two-story white building directly across the street from Go-Mart. If coming from the north, turn right at the sixth stoplight (Rt 39 / Arbuckle Road) and go about 1 mile to the “Y” intersection and look for the large two-story white building (White Funeral Home) directly across the street from Go-Mart. If coming into Summersville from the west on Rt 39, look for the large two-story white building directly across the street from Go-Mart as you come into downtown.
Buddy Palla
WV-PGR Ride Captain
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The Patriot Guard Riders have been invited to stand in silent Honor and Respect of William H. "Johnny" Griffin, U.S. Navy Veteran of Summersville, WV.
Johnny passed away unexpectedly this morning, 15 August. He was a Veteran of the Cold War Era, having served during the Cuban Missile Crisis, the pastor of a local church and a biker.
Final arrangements are currently pending but it is anticipated that services will not occur until the early part of next week.
Co-Ride Captains for this Mission of Honor are Buddy Palla and Pat Hanifan.
Once again, the PGR is being called on to "give back" to one who gave of themselves so many years ago. Please monitor this thread and make every effort to stand for another of our Veterans.
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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"
President BOD
Patriot Guard Riders of Kentucky, Inc.
Past KY State Captain "2006" to "2009"
State site:
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eagle_man
Posts: 1961
SCPGR Upstate Ride Captain
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| 15 Aug 2008 10:21 AM |
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| My Thought's and Prayer's are with the Family and Friends of this Great American Hero, who at Great personal risk stepped forward and Defended this Our Freedom and way of Life. May He Rest in Peace, He will not be Forgotten. |
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Ron Forbes
SCPGR Upstate Ride Captain
Cell 864-491-1084
PGR member #96182
Honored to Stand for those who have stood.
"Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction. We didn’t pass it to
our children in the bloodstream. It must be fought for, protected, and handed on for them
to do the same, or one day we will spend our sunset years telling our children and our
children’s children what it was once like in the United States where men were free."
Ronald Reagan
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ultraclassic
Posts: 2181
Proctor, WV
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| 15 Aug 2008 10:45 AM |
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Thank you, Johnny, for your service to our country during those very troubling times. It is because of Veterans, such as yourself, that we continue to live in the greatest Nation on Earth. May God welcome you with open arms as you approach the Gates of Heaven.
May your family, friends and community find comfort in God's healing and mercy. May they also realize that you will continue to watch over them from your place among the Angels.
Stand at ease sailor. Your tour is now complete. May you have fair winds and following seas. God Speed Johnny.
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"This nation will remain the land of the free only so long as it is the home of the brave." Elmer Davis
Joe Cumblidge
West Virginia State Captain
UOV HOG Chapter
RM1 USCG 1969-78
(304) 455-4036 - Home
(304) 588-1278 - Cell
www.wvpatriotguard.org
In Memory of the crew of HU16E CGNR 2123, lost on SAR mission off Corpus Christi, TX on 21 September 1973:
LCDR Francis W. Miller (CG Aviator #1164)
LTJG Jerald M. Mack (CG Aviator #1567)
AD1 Harold D. Brown, Jr.
AM2 Benjamin R. Gaskins, Jr.
AT2 John F. Harrison
AT2 John P. Pledger
Montani semper liberi (Mountaineers are always free)
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treygoose
Posts: 529
Hurricane, WV
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| 15 Aug 2008 11:45 AM |
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William H. "Johnny" Griffin thank for your service and sacrifice during a pivotal time in our country's "Cold War" with the now defunct "USSR". RIP sir!
My sincere condolences to Johnny's family and friends for their loss.................................. |
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Bob "TBone" Smith
Founder, Warriors and Veterans Assistance
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satyr
Posts: 7257
Raleigh, NC
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| 15 Aug 2008 12:04 PM |
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I would like to offer my sincere condolences to the family and friends of U.S. Navy veteran, William H. "Johnny" Griffin. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Thank you for standing for our country and defending our freedom "Johnny". Rest in peace sailor. 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"
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Siren111
Posts: 41
Charleston, WV
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| 15 Aug 2008 12:44 PM |
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| It is with the deepest and utmost respect that I say thank you for your service to our country. Know that we are a better world because of your sacrifice to this great nation. To the family and friends of Johnny, I send heartfelt condolences on the passing of your Patriot. May Johnny rest his head on the pillow of God's Grace. May God and Wisdom hold his hand tightly in his walk with the Lord.
I salute you!
Brenda A. Dane
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Brenda A. Dane
West Virginia RC
Charleston/Southern WV
In loving memory of my nephew, Justin Ford, who served as Chief Petty Officer in the United States Navy. His life was a short 24 years, but he taught me that we are not promised out next second, and that there are only so many firsts in life. I will miss you...
"You have not lived today until you have done something for someone who could never repay you"--John Bunyon |
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ron1ok
Posts: 664
Triadelphia WV
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| 15 Aug 2008 1:05 PM |
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| Mr. Griffin. Thank you, Johnny, for your service to our country during a most tumultous time. You are now among fellow heroes. May God bless your family with peace and comfort during this hard time. Rest, sir.
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Ron Jones USMC '74 to '78
WV ASC North
WV RC
304 547 5307
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deaconbiker
Posts: 253
Charleston, WV
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| 15 Aug 2008 3:30 PM |
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| I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to "Johnny" Griffin for his service to our country. Over the years, many have chosen to stay at home during wars/conflicts, but it’s the “warriors” who make the difference…the ones who give of themselves, the ones who give up time with family and loved ones…yes, they are the ones who will always be remembered as the true heroes. May God give an extra measure of strength and comfort to the family and loved ones of "Johnny" at this most difficult time. America should never forget those who have helped protect and sustain her throughout her history. For your service to America, Sir, I salute you. |
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Buddy Palla
West Virginia PGR Ride Captain
WV-PGR Assistant State Captain- South
USN- VT-28, VT-31, VA-85 (AMH-2)
ANG- 130AW (CMSgt)
Desert Shield/Desert Storm/OIF/OEF/GWOT |
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mailman
Posts: 18813
West Branch, MI - Michigan Regional Ride Captain Zephyrhills, FL - Florida Senior Ride Captain
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| 15 Aug 2008 4:59 PM |
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| Thoughts and prayers to the family and friends of US Navy Veteran William H. "Johnny" Griffin. Sailor Rest You Oar. |
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"Eyes on the olive branch, but arrows at the ready."
Jim
"mailman"
US Army 1970 - 1972 |
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vander177
Posts: 4018
Vandergrift, PA
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| 15 Aug 2008 5:30 PM |
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My condolences and prayers to the family and friends of U.S. Navy Veteran William "Johnny" Griffin. 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!
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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
Riding in memory of Herbert Weltz - US Army - KIA 03-25-68
Riding in memory of our grandson Randy C. DeLorme - April 1986 - December 2001
ALL GAVE SOME - SOME GAVE ALL |
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jrkalmar
Posts: 16
Mt. Lookout, WV
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| 15 Aug 2008 6:24 PM |
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I would like to offer my sincere condolences to the family and friends of " Johnny" Griffin.
Johnny - You have stood you watch. It has ended and it is your time to stand down. Job well done, Sailor. May you rest in peace.
Sir, I salute you.
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SpyderRyder
Posts: 2253
Orange Park, FL
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| 15 Aug 2008 7:34 PM |
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Thank you for my freedom Mr Griffin. May you rest in peace.
“Some people’s lives can truly make a difference however long or short their lives on earth. They give the gifts of kindness and of caring. They sow the seeds of friendship and self-worth. Some people’s lives are beautiful examples of putting others first, and when they are gone, the lives of those they touched are so much richer, and the love they shared lives on and on.” |
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Mike (SpyderRyder) Gregory
It's all about freedom! |
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patnpath
Posts: 98
Hinton, West Virginia
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| 15 Aug 2008 7:49 PM |
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Deepest condolences to the family of Johnny Griffin on their loss. We honor his life on this earth for his willing contribution to freedom for all Americans. Stand down sir, your mission is complete.
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Pat Hanifin, Sr.
Southern WV DRC
USAF Veteran 70-74
Vietnam Veteran 72-73
Riding in honor of my parents: 1st LT Robert W. Hanifin and 2nd LT Elizabeth L. Hanifin
and uncle: 2nd LT C. Steve Hanifin, US Army Air Corps
Riding with my brothers:
Bob Hanifin USAF 68-72 and CA PGR member
Terry Hanifin, Florida PGR Ride Captain, mentor, medic, and FNC RC |
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mlmsan
Posts: 5256
Loganville, Georgia 30052
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| 15 Aug 2008 9:38 PM |
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My sincere condolences to the Family and Friends of William H. "Johnny" Griffin, US Navy Veteran. I pray God will give you comfort in your time of sorrow. I am grateful for William H. "Johnny" Griffin's, service to our Great Nation and greatly appreciate Him for my freedom. William H. "Johnny" Griffin, You are a true American Hero and will not be forgotten. May your sails always be full and the wind eternally to your back. May our Heavenly Father welcome You home to rest.
Know You Are Loved
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"The will of God will never take you where the Grace of God will not protect you".
Larry "Sir Bear" & "Queen Mary" Sanderson
sirbear@comcast.net
770-500-6895
Georgia PGR,
Part of It,
Proud of it.
Georgia Mentor Team
U.S Navy Vietnam - 66/67
USS Franklin D. Roosevelt CVA 42
Blue Star Dad
Patriot Guard Rider
VFW Post 5290, Conyers
GVVA Post 5,Conyers
Riding In Memory of my Great Grand Father, John Perry Sanderson, Texas Calvary Regiment, Civil War. Father, PO1 Weldon A. Sanderson, WWII USN, Pacific Fleet. And in Honor of my Son, SSGT Michael W. Sanderson, Gulf, 2x Iraq, U.S. Army now serving this Nation Proudly in Mt. Sinai, Egypt. |
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gumijagr
Posts: 2176
Covina, California
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| 16 Aug 2008 2:36 AM |
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| William H. "Johnny" Griffin, Thank you , for Defending this Great Nation in the Navy, so we can enjoy the freedom we now have, you will not be forgotten. Our prayers are with the family and friends of this Great American Hero! 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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papajonohio
Posts: 3291
Swanton, Ohio District 1 Captain
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| 16 Aug 2008 8:09 AM |
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My heartfelt condolences go out to family and friends of Johnny Griffin.
May your sorrow be tempered by the fact that we hold in our highest honor a true hero who answered the call to duty, performing a selfless act to serve his country. Thank You. THANK YOU.
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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FOR THOSE WHO MAN THE BATTLE LINE,
THE BUGLE WHISPERS LOW,
AND FREEDOM HAS A TASTE AND PRICE,
THE PROTECTED NEVER KNOW...
* * * * * * THE PRICE OF FREEDOM IS WRITTEN ON THE WALL * * * * * *
~~~~ Vietnam – ’67-’68 ~~~~~
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aoop
Posts: 2813
Vidor, Orange County, TX
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| 16 Aug 2008 8:41 AM |
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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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sdoise
Posts: 6460
Kinder, La.
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| 16 Aug 2008 9:28 AM |
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I convey my heartfelt condolences to the family of William H. "Johnny" Griffin and my sincere appreciation of his military service to preserve our way of life. May he rest in peace.
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Schelly "Toro"
Ride Captain for Lake Charles, La. and surrounding area
American Legion Post 318, Elton, La.
DEFINITION OF A VETERAN
A Veteran - whether active duty, retired, national guard 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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Uffda
Posts: 12550
Wonder Lake, IL
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| 16 Aug 2008 10:20 AM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of
William H. "Johnny" Griffin, Navy Veteran. May God help you though this difficult time and sorrow. He is
one of America's Heroes that will NEVER be forgotten.
Rest Safely and Securely in God's Loving Arms, William.
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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Only two defining forces have ever offered to die for you: 1. Jesus Christ. 2. The American G.I. One died for your soul, the other for your Freedom. |
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custer7thcav
Posts: 8011
Hillsboro, Ohio
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| 16 Aug 2008 11:42 AM |
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| My sincere condolences to the family and friends of William H. Griffin. Thank you, sir, for your service and dedication. God bless you, and be with your family during this very difficult time. Rest in peace. |
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custer7thcav
In honor and memory of
Sgt. Bill L. Mullins, 1/7 Cav, Vietnam '65-'66
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Frank Cicirelli, USN, WWII |
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PGRLabLuvr
Posts: 9158
Naples, FL
Senior Ride Captain
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| 16 Aug 2008 6:08 PM |
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My deepest, heartfelt condolences to the Family and Friends of William H. "Johnny" Griffin. 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.
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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 - WO1 Dominic Sutherland - 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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Geezer Glide 2001
Posts: 2541
Conroe,Texas
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| 16 Aug 2008 9:35 PM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of William H. "Johnny" Griffin,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
RC / RG
Conroe, Texas
Riding in memory of
Sgt.Jack H. Holder Jr.
MCSO-3102
DIUSMC Parris Island, Buford SC.
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cat1948
Posts: 500
Alpharetta GA
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| 16 Aug 2008 11:31 PM |
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My sincerest condolences. My prayers are with you and your family. Stand down Brother - mission done. Thank you for the service.
Sgt. JB - "Cat"
Vietnam - 1968-1970
82nd Airborne
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HDriderDave1
Posts: 6241
N. AL Ride Capt. Madison, AL
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| 17 Aug 2008 7:13 AM |
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God Bless William H. "Johnny" Griffin, family and friends. My sincere and heartfelt condolences to the family and friends. Thank you for your service and sacrifice great warrior. I pray the lord takes you into his Kingdom and may you rest in peace. You will not be forgotten "A True American Hero"! I Salute You Sir! I will be standing there in Spirit with my fellow brothers.
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Lord Jesus help me as I mourn, comfort me with the knowledge of your love which is stronger than death. Enable me to trust you for the future of my love ones and myself. Help me to cast all of my care on you, knowing that the grave holds no power over those who trust in you. Amen. |
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jaegers
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Tipton, IA
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| 17 Aug 2008 7:17 AM |
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| My deepest condolences go out to the family and friends of William Griffin. May the Lord give you strength and bring you peace in this time of sorrow. Johnny; thank you for your service to our country. It will not be forgotten. |
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So receive him in the Lord with all joy; and honor such men. Philippians 2--29 |
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