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I knew Glen very well... the last time I saw him was in August.. he looked so good! He was my brother Johns BEST friend :'( they met in college during orientation and we friends ever since. I am riding out to Colorado for his funeral on Tuesday :'( I hate saying that.. he was so young, in the prime of his life... he was seriously THE NICEST guy I have ever met  im really really really going to miss him :'( I will always miss you "Greasy Glen" I love you :'( Thank you for making the ultimate sacrafice for our country.. I just cant believe your really gone... but I know I will see you again some day! Love your "little sister", Grace. |
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TDeMoss
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| 07 May 2008 7:04 PM |
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| Sgt. Martinez attended college with our daughter and son-in-law at Ottawa University. Our deepest sympathy to all of his family. Thank you for your sacrifice. |
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Slowhand
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Northeastern, Maryland Senior Chaplain & Ride Captain
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| 07 May 2008 8:12 PM |
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| I would like to extend my deepest condolences to the family and friends of Sgt. Glen Martinez 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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Crash Fistfight
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| 07 May 2008 10:20 PM |
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Glen Martinez, passed through Alamosa this afternoon at 12:30 pm. His wife and family escorted his remains to the funeral home in Monte Vista, Colorado.
It was a little before noon when I saw a lone figure in a black cowboy hat and green jacket holding a Marine Corps flag on the corner of Main and Craft I also saw an APD lieutenant watching from across the street. Seeing the police present, I stopped and got out of my vehicle, hoping some idiot didn't start protesting the USMC flag waiver.
A small crowd gathered in respect as the procession passed. Some veterans saluted as their eyes welled up, others in the crowd stood in respect. The lone figure holding the flag was a Marine Corp widow wearing her late husbands jacket and hat, named Mary Flynn wife of Jim Flynn USMC, Jim passed away a couple of years ago and his USMC flag flew everyday and still does thanks to his widow, Robert Jackson was the APD luetenant stopping traffic, his father was also a marine, and passed away a little over a month ago. Harry Alejo is a sargeant on the ASO, he was heading up the rear of the procession. Fortunatly for the family there weren't any protesters present.
Glen's widow was in full Marine Corp dress, riding passenger in the white hurst. Two Colorado State Patrol vehicles led the way. The Alamosa PD stopped traffic and accompanied the procession from the Alamosa Airport, there were several other law enforcement vehicles lending aid as well. I saw his father's stoic facial expression riding passenger in a white limousine behind the hurst. I have seen his face many times before happy to be helping at pee-wee wrestling and middle school wrestling events eventhough his son graduated in 1995.
After the procession had passed Mary turned to me and thanked me for standing with her. I wasn't doing anything special, I was just a dad praying for another family and showing respect to a young life stopped way too early.
Thank you for your service to our country. Thanks to everyone who has served this great country and especially to those of you who have given all. Oh by the way, I was the Army Veteran with tears in my eyes, thank you Patriot Guard |
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Wilderman
Posts: 191
Colorado
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| 08 May 2008 7:00 AM |
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The family of Sgt. Glen Martinez is in our thoughts and prayers. His sacrifice will not be forgotten. Thanks to his dedication and service, the USA will remain the Land of the Free.
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Wilderman
"Sure I wave the American flag. Do you know a better flag to wave? Sure I love my country with all her faults. I'm not ashamed of that, never have been, never will be." The Duke |
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sig22
Posts: 2757
New Port Richey, Fl. Senior Ride Captain
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| 08 May 2008 9:27 AM |
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I send my sincere condolences to the family and friends of Sgt. Glen Martinez. May the Lord comfort you in the difficult days ahead.
Godspeed Glen.....Godspeed..... |
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Even if you're on the right track, you'll get run over if you just sit there…
RIDING IN HONOR AND LOVING MEMORY OF:
PGR Ride Captain (Ret) Tom "Flaman2u" Rowell - 24 Jun 2008
PGR member and friend John "SmokyMtnSporty" Deniakis - 09 Jun 2008
"Optimistically pessimistic about life"
PGR Ride Captain (Ret) Mike "Deltoid" Bland - 22 Feb 2008
"It's all good"
PGR Senior Ride Captain Jack "Jacklok" Loken - 20 Oct 2007
"Take care, ride safe"
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harly69g
Posts: 6535
KY. State Captain
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| 08 May 2008 4:16 PM |
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| UPDATE: Confirmed, awaiting mission details. |
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In Memory: Terri L. Newman 11/64 - 7/05
In Memory: Caleb S. Newman 12/07 - 12/07
In Memory: Ed "oldiron" Barrett 10/07
harly69g@gmail.com
Official KY site.
pgrky.org
pgrky.com
President Board of Directors
Patriot Guard Riders of Kentucky, Inc.
Kentucky Rides With Respect
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Road Dog 1
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| 08 May 2008 5:37 PM |
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| Colorado and northern New Mexico PGR, we are ready to proceed with plans for this hero. Services will take place at the high school gymnasium in Monte Vista, Colorado on Tuesday, May 13 at 10A. We will begin staging for those who can make it early, at 7A in the Alco parking lot next to Jack's market. The location is on hwy 160, west side of town, south side of the street. The first 12 riders will be directed to the Strohmeyer Funeral Home at 205 Broadway (81144)at 7:30 to arrive prior to the family and stand a flag line, then participate in the escort from there as directed. Please advise me if you wish to volunteer for the "early shift". For the balance staged, we will have our briefing at 8A, moving to the high school (or as UG's might require) shortly after. After the start of services, an escort and small line will remain behind, while we restage at the cemetary in Homelake. I know this is a workday and far from many of our homes. I also know that Sgt. Martinez is deserving of all special effort and honor we can provide in recognition of his sacrifice and that you'll make every effort as you are able. I'll bring flags. Bring more if you're can. Special thanks to Jim Van Ry and our new members and freinds in the Valley for your efforts and assistance. |
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Colorado State Captain
Patriot Guard Riders
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ladynighthawk
Posts: 1788
Hillsboro, Missouri
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| 08 May 2008 6:18 PM |
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Proud daughter of a Korean War Vet
TSgt. Robert "Bob" Sevier
US Army, Korea 1950-53
Ride safe, ride free
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ron1ok
Posts: 546
Triadelphia WV
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| 08 May 2008 6:45 PM |
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| Sgt. Martinez, Thank you, Marine, for your service to our country and to the Corps. Your sacrifice will not be forgotten. To the family of Sgt. Martinez, may God bless you with peace and comfort during this hard time. Glen is a true American hero. SEMPER FI !! Ride safe, Ron J. |
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mattsmom
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Westminster, Maryland
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| 08 May 2008 10:05 PM |
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| Sgt Martinez, you are so truly appreciated. I know you have been welcomed as a hero at heaven's gates by all our fallen warriors who have gone before you. Rest easy now Glen, and know you will never be forgotten here. |
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Thank you for your service and sacrifice in defending and protecting our freedoms. As a nation we mourn your loss, and we will remember you always as a true American hero. To the family, I offer my prayers and support. I understand a little of what you are going through-my son, a Marine LCpl, was killed in Iraq. I pray wonderful memories of your dear warrior help eventually to ease the pain you endure today. Your hero will never be forgotten-he leaves a legacy of honor and courage that few will ever achieve. God bless you. Julie Francis, Matt's Mom |
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MEDINAHD@NETZERO.COM
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| 09 May 2008 10:13 AM |
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| To the family and friends of SGT. GLen Martinez, my family and I offer our deepest and heartfelt condolences on the loss of your son and a TRUE AMERICAN HERO to the rest of US! I am forever grateful for your service to our GREAT COUNTRY! Your service and sacrifices will not be forgotten as you have paid the ultimate sacrifice for my freedom and our Nations FREEDOM! Only you know that freedom is'nt free, as the ones before you who have worn the uniform only know!! Rest in peace Marine and May God Bess You and Your Family, your mission is now over! May GOD BLESS YOU AND TAKE CARE OF YOU NOW AND FOREVER GLEN! |
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wvhusker
Posts: 4148
Ashland, KY
NE KY R/C
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| 09 May 2008 11:36 AM |
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SGT Martinez,
Thank you for your willingness to defend the United States of America and her freedoms and interests. Your untimely 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
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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PGRLabLuvr
Posts: 7552
Bonita Springs, FL
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| 09 May 2008 11:57 PM |
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My deepest, heartfelt condolences to the Family and Friends of this Fallen Hero. We thank you for your sacrifice, we are a grateful nation. May your pain be tempered in the knowledge that Glen is a True American Hero and he will Never be Forgotten.
Ride safe my Brothers and Sisters, I will be with you all in Spirit. Stand Tall, Stand Proud…An American Hero Is Coming Home.
Stand down, Sgt Glen E. Martinez, your mission is now complete, may you rest in Honored, Eternal Peace.
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Florida Ride Captain
PGRLabLuvr@patriotguard.org
Proud USAF Blue Star Mom
TSgt Jennifer and her husband, TSgt Mark McIntosh
Proud Grandma of AF Brat Emma Marie McIntosh
Standing the Flagline 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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boulevardbill
Posts: 247
Pueblo, CO
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| 10 May 2008 6:10 AM |
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Pueblo and So CO
We will stage at the the Valero Gas Station @ Pueblo Blvd and I 25 Take the Lake Ave exit on I25 and you can see the mini mart on the left hand side of the street. We will meet there @ 6:00am. |
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Bill "Wild Bill" McCleary
Vietnam Vet '70-'72
PGR Rider for Life
Ride Captain/Pueblo
Asst. HOTH Coordinator SE Colorado
VOVMC member
ALR
Defender of America till death
Ride in memory of SSGT. Gavin Reinke KIA Iraq 2006 , little brother by devotion to duty, family friend |
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jimssnk
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Del Norte, Colorado
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| 10 May 2008 6:49 PM |
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| I only live 15 miles from Monte, so I will volunteer for the early shift if you still need riders for it.
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Calling Fox
Posts: 674
Emerson, IA
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| 10 May 2008 10:53 PM |
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As I get ready to write to you, the words fall away as almost meaningless because of the pain I know you feel. I know, because I have felt that pain.
Know that you are NOT alone on this difficult path. Others are there to help you: reach out and embrace them, for they are offering not only themselves, but sharing with you that little bit of the Almighty that resides in all of us. This offering/sharing is what WILL give you the strength you will need to get thru. Trust me.
Any service related death, whether accident or illness, wounds received or KIA, warrant the Gold Star for the family. Don't let anyone tell you different.
I offer you my services, such as they are. If you want to talk, feel free to get in touch with me thru the PGR messaging. I WILL return your call/message. ANYTIME!
In the meantime know that my wife's and my prayers are with you.
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Gold Star Dad
TSGT USAF/ANG (Ret) Vietnam Era
Western Iowa Chapter ALR
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Harry Hartman
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Rochester, NY
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| 11 May 2008 7:45 PM |
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| My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Sgt. Glen E. Martinez. The service and sacrifices of this True American Hero will never be forgotten. May God help his family find peace at this most difficult time. |
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hybridharry
1st Cavalry Dad
PGR NY HOTH Director
PGR NY VRP Coordinator
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ivetret
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Shermer, IL
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| 12 May 2008 7:36 PM |
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My deepest sympathy to the family of
Sgt Glen E. Martinez. I appreciate all of his contributions to our country and may there be a special place for him in heaven. He gave his 'all' so young. He has joined the ranks of heroes and I love him for that. He is America's son, and I am an American. That makes him partly my loss too. I will never forget.
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“Lest I keep my complacent way I must remember somewhere out there a person died for me today. As long as there must be war, I ask and I must answer was I worth dying for?”
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navydavy
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Seal Beach, California
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| 12 May 2008 11:57 PM |
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| My sincerest condolences to the family of Glen for your loss, and my gratitude for your sacrifice. May God bless you in this difficult time and give you strength. My eternal gratefulness Sgt Glen E Martinez for your service to our country, and your ultimate sacrifice for freedom. Rest in peace young brother. |
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United States Navy 1982 - 1993
Operations Desert Shield/Storm
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cannesman
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Loveland, Colorado
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| 13 May 2008 7:57 AM |
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Our sincere condolances and prayers to the family of Sgt. Glen E. Martinez.
Never Forgotten. Rest in peace Hero. |
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USN 1965-1972
USS Valley Forge LPH-8
Tonkin Gulf Vet
Standing in awe and saluting the Hero's who have stood for me and mine.
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Crash Fistfight
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| 13 May 2008 3:59 PM |
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Thank you Patriot Guard for letting me stand in your ranks today. It was with flags waving in the strong wind that I witnessed your faithfull devotion. It is the kind of spirit and dedication that makes this country great. I looked over at all of you and thought about the sacrifice you made for that day, probably a couple of hundred dollars in gas each, meals etc.. And although it was cold and windy I never heard anyone complain or seem to be in a hurry to leave. Standing there in the gusty wind you performed your mission with grace and dignity.
People were coming up to me and thanking me, probably because they recognize me from this area. I had at least a dozen or more people thank me. One that stuck out the most was from the Uncle, Aunt and cousins of the Fallen Hero. Mr. Bird said "We truly appreciate what the Patriot Guard did today" thank you again and I was proud to stand in your ranks, I look forward to being privledged enough to stand beside you again. Eric Gile, Alamosa, Colorado |
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