harly69g 
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| 03 Sep 2008 12:12 PM |
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Ohio Fallen Heroes Memorial Mission
13 September 2008
Sunbury, OH
Staging Area:
Sunbury Community Library
44 Burrer Drive
Sunbury, OH 43074
13 September 2008 @ 1300hrs (1:00PM)
On 13 September 2008 the Gold Star Families will be attending a Luncheon and Memorial Service for their loved ones at the Ohio Fallen Heroes Memorial. We have been invited to stand guard during this event.
The event will last until about 1900hrs (7:00PM). We will form a secure tunnel of flags for the families to walk from the church to the Memorial site. There will be families from all over the state. I would like to see a large turn out for this mission. I for one am looking forward to seeing the families again and letting them know we have not forgotten their loved ones or them.
Please plan on attending and be on time. Make sure you dress for the weather conditions and bring your 3 x 5 American Flags.
Bob Woods is the assigned Ride Captain for this Memorial Mission. Please follow his instructions.
Bob Woods
Ohio State Captain
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In Memory: Terri L. Newman 11/64 - 07/05
In Memory: Caleb S. Newman 12/07
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cagerbob
Posts: 4505
Parma, Ohio
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| 03 Sep 2008 10:58 PM |
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May all these heroes' families know that their loved ones are NOT forgotten.
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Bob Ellis
USN 80-86
In Memory of Ed "OldIron" Barrett
"Remember that no matter how many missions you have been on, all that matters to the family is the one you are on today." ~ Roert
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hdpanther1
Posts: 878
District 7 Ohio PGR Ride Captain Kettering, Ohio
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| 04 Sep 2008 5:12 AM |
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| Count me in on this very special mission. I am looking forward to seeing the families of OUR fallen on better circumstances. We have not forgotten them or their Fallen Heroes. |
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ED
AKA "Big Daddy"
PGR Ohio District 7 Ride Captain
Riding in memory of:
Spc Jacob E. Melson 7 Jan 2006 Iraq
Pfc James Paul White Jr 11 Aug 2006 Afghanistan
SrA Kenny P. Hauprich 8 Nov 2007 Italy
SSgt Travis L. Griffin 3 April 2008 Iraq
"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."
Ronald Reagan
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Apple
Posts: 129
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| 04 Sep 2008 9:07 AM |
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| Where is Sunbury OH? There are two of them in OH.
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jgoll
Posts: 113
Cincinnati, Oh
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| 04 Sep 2008 9:43 AM |
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| It is on my Calendar... See everyone at Bob Evens. |
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Tailgunner
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hdpanther1
Posts: 878
District 7 Ohio PGR Ride Captain Kettering, Ohio
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| 04 Sep 2008 10:29 AM |
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| Apple, Sunbury... on the northeast side of Columbus
Anyone from the Dayton area wanting to ride down to Bob Evans at I-71 and SR-35 let me know and we can all ride down together.
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ED
AKA "Big Daddy"
PGR Ohio District 7 Ride Captain
Riding in memory of:
Spc Jacob E. Melson 7 Jan 2006 Iraq
Pfc James Paul White Jr 11 Aug 2006 Afghanistan
SrA Kenny P. Hauprich 8 Nov 2007 Italy
SSgt Travis L. Griffin 3 April 2008 Iraq
"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."
Ronald Reagan
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RAW
Posts: 295
West Chester,OH. Ohio State Captain
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| 04 Sep 2008 3:53 PM |
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Those form the Dayton/Cincinnati area that want to ride up as a group we will be meeting at the Bob Evens located at I-71& HWY 35 at 1100hrs (11:00am) on 13 September 2008. I look forward to seeing all of you.
We will be leaving at 1145hrs (11:45am) to Sunbury,OH
BobWoods
Ohio State Captain
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I may be older now but I'm still a Soldier |
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USCGUSMC28
Posts: 3
EUCLID, OHIO
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| 05 Sep 2008 11:24 PM |
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I am hoping to get to this memorial if I can get my bike fixed in time. I do not get alot of time to check the comp so if someone would be kind enough to let me know when an event is happening by calling my cell I would really appreciate it. I am active in the Coast Guard so the more time ahead of a ride the better so if I need to put in for leave I can. Thanks to all of you who started this.
Riding in memory of my best friend and fellow squad leader.
CPL. JOSHUA WILFONG USMC KIA in Iraq
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Uffda
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Wonder Lake, IL
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| 06 Sep 2008 7:12 AM |
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| God Bless the families of these fallen Heroes. Their loved ones will Never be forgotten. |
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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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Wildchild45
Posts: 195
Marion, Ohio
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| 06 Sep 2008 8:11 AM |
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| We will make every effort to attend. |
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Riding in honor of our nephew,
Hospitalman Apprentice Gary T. Frost,
U.S. Navy, 05/16/74 - 12/04/94
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What Heroes Gave
Each donned their uniform to be
Defenders of our liberty
Their mission sure, their spirits bright
Guard freedom’s home, be brave to fight
One final day each faced their call
Each gave their best enduring all
We’ll never know what they went through
But know they loved this country true
Deep down inside we should all feel
What heroes gave, their cost so real
We must stay thankful, grateful of
The gift of freedom through their love
Their loved ones bore the gravest pain
What we can’t know, some now sustain
To God I pray their pain will cease
And each will find long-lasting peace
Remember this from year to year
What heroes gave – shan’t disappear
We’ll never let their special day
Their time for honor slip away
These brave fought for a nation free
If not for them, where would we be?
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©2001Roger J. Robicheau (Sp 5, US Army)
The Poetic Plumber
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Postal Trucker
Posts: 295
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| 06 Sep 2008 10:20 AM |
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I too plan on attending this, so that the Gold Star Parents know they and their loved ones are not forgotten.
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SFC Rod
Posts: 320
Weston, Mich
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| 06 Sep 2008 5:02 PM |
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| I believe I will have to try to be there... SFC Rod. |
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John W K
Posts: 5
New Carlisle, Ohio
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| 06 Sep 2008 9:24 PM |
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I have marked my calendar and plan on being there.
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Riding in Honor & Memory of My Hero and My Dad, Larry,
and his brothers: Leroy ( Baz), Tom, Al, Joe, & Leonard
plus my father-in-law Roger, and Aunt Florence, All in WWII
Also cousin, L CPL Craig Ward panel 6W row 89 of V.V.M.,
my brothers: Steve & Big Mike
and Uncle Bob Lynch
Riding a HD in Honor & Memory of my brother Little Mike
Riding in Honor of my sister Barb, brother Rick, brother-in-laws: Bob, Larry, and Karl, plus cousin Max (Tom), s-son Jason, plus Steve Posey
Nephews: Jimmy, Chief William "BJ" Braden, and Joshua ( BJ & Joshua are presently serving) also presently serving Adam McGhee and Sgt Jordan Posey USMC |
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skydiverd3716
Posts: 38
La Vergne Tn
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| 09 Sep 2008 1:06 PM |
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http://www.angelfire.com/fallensoldiersmemorialbike/page8.html
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From Sgt Simpson
"Fallen Soldiers Memorial Bike" http://fallensoldiersmemorialbike.com
In Honor for all of Americas' hero's, Men and Women, of the United States military who give us the greatest gift, "Freedom"
" YOU ARE NEVER REALLY GONE UNTIL YOU ARE FORGOTTEN "
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renman59
Posts: 46
Somerville, OH
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| 09 Sep 2008 7:54 PM |
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| Sidesaddle and I plan on attending though we'll be taking a scenic route so we wont meet you at the Bob Evans. |
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U.S. Army Ranger 83-87
11H2G
3/32 INF REG
4/21 INF REG
3/17 INF REG
7th ID(L) Silent and Deadly
Pony Express Messenger
Give a man a fish, feed him for a day. Teach him to fish and you feed him for a lifetime.
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USCGUSMC28
Posts: 3
EUCLID, OHIO
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| 09 Sep 2008 9:45 PM |
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Is there anyone riding from the Cleveland area. I am just trying to find some people to ride with.
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martys1/
Posts: 37
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| 10 Sep 2008 6:12 AM |
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Terry and I will meet you in Sunbury via a scenic route. Looking forward to honoring the Gold Star families.
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Wildchild45
Posts: 195
Marion, Ohio
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| 13 Sep 2008 1:31 PM |
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| I apologize for not making this mission. We did make every effort, but my bike has been giving me trouble, and I ended up broke down on the side of 23. We did get the bike home, but so wanted to make this mission. Be sure that we were with you all in spirit and are forever grateful for the sacrifices of the Gold Star families/ parents and their children. |
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Riding in honor of our nephew,
Hospitalman Apprentice Gary T. Frost,
U.S. Navy, 05/16/74 - 12/04/94
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What Heroes Gave
Each donned their uniform to be
Defenders of our liberty
Their mission sure, their spirits bright
Guard freedom’s home, be brave to fight
One final day each faced their call
Each gave their best enduring all
We’ll never know what they went through
But know they loved this country true
Deep down inside we should all feel
What heroes gave, their cost so real
We must stay thankful, grateful of
The gift of freedom through their love
Their loved ones bore the gravest pain
What we can’t know, some now sustain
To God I pray their pain will cease
And each will find long-lasting peace
Remember this from year to year
What heroes gave – shan’t disappear
We’ll never let their special day
Their time for honor slip away
These brave fought for a nation free
If not for them, where would we be?
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©2001Roger J. Robicheau (Sp 5, US Army)
The Poetic Plumber
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OhioPS
Posts: 29
Columbus, Ohio
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| 13 Sep 2008 5:42 PM |
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Home safe.
Thank you Gold Star Families for allowing me to take part in this special day to honor your loved ones.
Bob
Proud Dad of
Lcpl Shaun
USMC K-9
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renman59
Posts: 46
Somerville, OH
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| 13 Sep 2008 10:20 PM |
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| It was an honor to stand with our brothers and sisters today. Many thanks go to the Gold Star Mothers for inviting us and heart felt condolences for the loss of their loved ones. |
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U.S. Army Ranger 83-87
11H2G
3/32 INF REG
4/21 INF REG
3/17 INF REG
7th ID(L) Silent and Deadly
Pony Express Messenger
Give a man a fish, feed him for a day. Teach him to fish and you feed him for a lifetime.
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hdpanther1
Posts: 878
District 7 Ohio PGR Ride Captain Kettering, Ohio
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| 13 Sep 2008 10:59 PM |
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Home Safely.
To all the Gold Star families, I thank you for allowing US in the PGR to stand and Honor your loved ones again. It was a pleasure to spend this afternoon with you Honoring OUR Fallen Heroes. May God Bless you.
For all those that attended this mission I want to thank you and say that it is an Honor to stand with you on this very important mission. It is because of individuals like you that make the PGR what it is and in the eyes of these Gold Star families you are all very special
Thanks to you CJ and Bob for allowing me to share the rode home with you. |
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ED
AKA "Big Daddy"
PGR Ohio District 7 Ride Captain
Riding in memory of:
Spc Jacob E. Melson 7 Jan 2006 Iraq
Pfc James Paul White Jr 11 Aug 2006 Afghanistan
SrA Kenny P. Hauprich 8 Nov 2007 Italy
SSgt Travis L. Griffin 3 April 2008 Iraq
"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."
Ronald Reagan
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cagerbob
Posts: 4505
Parma, Ohio
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| 14 Sep 2008 12:18 PM |
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Home safe last night at 2200.
This mission cut to the core of what we are, why we do it, and who we do it for. I am still numb.
To the Gold Star families my deepest thanks and gratitude. That you invite the PGR to share in this deeply personal and solemn occasion tells us that we are doing the right thing and for the right reasons. Many of you try to thank us, and that humbles me beyond words. We are there to support you and let you know that America cares and America weeps with you. We thank you for the privilege to honor you and our fallen heroes. God bless you all.
To Bob Woods, thank you sir for making this happen. You represent and lead in the finest traditions of the PGR. Many thanks also to the RC's for coordinating Bob's plan and making it happen. Due to our numbers and locations Bob couldn't be everywhere at once. You folks kept things happening. And thanks to Rodney for bringing the flags. They made our statement.
To my brothers and sisters who attended yesterday, it was an honor to stand with you. Some of you came from out of state and we were honored that you joined us. Getting together and seeing old friends, and meeting new ones is indeed a double-edged sword. I spent time with true American patriots, getting together to do the right thing. In our hearts we are saddened to be given this opportunity. I knew before heading down there that there was nothing else more important that I could do anywhere this weekend. I can say now that my gut instinct was correct. Mission accomplished.
I had never been to Sunbury before. This memorial is awesome. I didn't get to walk the memorial until after the proceedings ended. The names jumped out at me from the markers. Many (too many) brought back memories of these missions, and things I had learned about these heroes. I reminded myself that I must never let them be forgotten, and to continue to remind others the true cost of being an American.
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Bob Ellis
USN 80-86
In Memory of Ed "OldIron" Barrett
"Remember that no matter how many missions you have been on, all that matters to the family is the one you are on today." ~ Roert
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martys1/
Posts: 37
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| 16 Sep 2008 5:45 AM |
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| What a moving day in honor of the fallen and their families. It was an honor to serve in what seems on the surface a small way but to the families it can be huge. Terry and I were sent to block the media who had set up right in front of the sign "No Media" next to the tent. He was in the families faces. While CJ was quietly explaining to the complaining camera man, a gold star Dad standing next to me kept looking over his shoulder. I patted him on the shoulder and whispered to him that we would take care of it and he replied, "I know, I'm Patriot Guard, too." I told him, "Not today. Today we take care of you." He smiled a little and nodded. The camera came down in short order, the ceremony went on without intrusion. Mission accomplished. Barbara |
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SFC Rod
Posts: 320
Weston, Mich
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| 17 Sep 2008 6:27 PM |
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| It was an Honor to bring the flags from Michigan to share with Our Ohio Brothers and Sisters. Still Standing with Honor and Respect... SFC Rod. |
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