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HDClint 
Posts: 254
Elkton, KY
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| 09 May 2008 11:12 PM |
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Our deepest condolences go out to the family and friends of Kevin, a True American Hero. Your mission is complete and it’s our turn to stand for you. Rest in peace and may God bless you and your family in this time of need. Thanks for your service and sacrifice. Also want to thank him for coaching our grandson just before his deployment. It's people like him that make all of us proud of our soldiers and their families. We’ll raise our flag to half staff for you and we’ll hold it high when you come by:
“You Will Never Be Forgotten”
Standing by.
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Clint Nowlin
SSG USArmy Vet.
"Clearing the Way"
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ROBERTRPEARMAN
Posts: 1427
WASHINGTON HEIGHTS, NY
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| 10 May 2008 2:23 AM |
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| OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY AND CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF OEF VETERAN SSGT. KEVIN C. ROBERTS USA. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. REST IN PEACE KEVIN. ROBERT AND JUANITA |
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ROBERT R PEARMAN
US AIR FORCE 1961 - 1965
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Annette
Posts: 319
Davenport, Ia
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| 10 May 2008 4:55 AM |
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| Condolences to the family and friends of SSG. Kevin C. Roberts. |
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'No Greater Love is this that a man is willing to lay down his life for another.' Only two men were willing to sacrifice their lives for us-Jesus Christ and the American Soldier. Neither of which can ever fully be repaid.
Thank you for your Service and my Freedoms. Your sacrifices will never go unnoticed. I am grateful to live in a country made up of volunteers like you. Your choice to protect our Nation and put your self on the line can never be repaid.
Semper Fi,
Annette 'Patches" Wood
In memory of my father USMC LCPL William S. Wood
Proud daughter of a USMC Korean War Veteran
Patriot Guard Rider Member
ALLVETS Member
Hononary MarineMom Member
Honorary Navy Families Member
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SharPa
Posts: 1
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| 10 May 2008 6:02 AM |
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A Day, A Week, A Lifetime
When I wake up in the morning
I ask myself
How will I get through this day
Without You
As I dress and prepare to start my day
I wonder
How will I go on
Without You
As the day slowly slips away
I remember how you made me laugh
And I smile
Without You
At the end of the day
As I prepare to close my eyes
I know in my HEART
I couldn't have gotten through the day
WITHOUT YOU author unknown
Casey, my beloved friend I miss you with an aching heart and too many tears.
You will always be an extra bright light in life. Your spirit is inspirational. You are the truest
American I know and the most awesome, loving husband and father. Your strength, courage, wisdom and service will live on-I know you walk with the Lord. Please guard us now in your new deployment. with respect and love, Rev. Liz
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milktoast
Posts: 2203
West Branch, MI Zephyrhills, FL
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| 10 May 2008 7:24 PM |
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| My heartfelt condolences and prayers to the family and friends of SSG Kevin Roberts. Words alone cannot express my debt and gratitude for his service and sacrifice. This hero will live on in my heart forever. |
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Janet
Michigan Regional Ride Captain/Region 6
Florida Ride Captain/Florida National Cemetery Ride Captain
Proud wife, daughter, daughter-in-law of vets from Vietnam, Korea, and WWII
"To share often and much...to know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived. This is to have succeeded." - Ralph Waldo Emerson |
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lonetexan2u
Posts: 907
Phelan, Ca. High Desert
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| 10 May 2008 10:15 PM |
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| My family extends it's Sincere Condolences to the Family and Friends of SSG Kevin C. Roberts! "A warrior's road is not finished until he walks upon the streets of Heaven. God's speed as you join your comrades and hoist another Flag of Victory as you well deserve. Rest in Peace, you have served well... I stand here in spirit with my brothers and sisters, humbled by all you have given!” |
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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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Calling Fox
Posts: 763
Emerson, IA
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| 10 May 2008 10:47 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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Jim Kearney Jr
Gold Star Dad
TSGT USAF/ANG (Ret) Vietnam Era
Western Iowa Chapter ALR
"Nothing is more devisive than the hyphen."
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Pinger
Posts: 2143
Lisbon, NY
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| 10 May 2008 11:14 PM |
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Thank you Kevin, for your service and ultimate sacrifice for the preservation of FREEDOM .......... I SALUTE YOU
My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Kevin C Roberts, SSgt, US Army ........... and a HERO |
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Charlie
USAF 60 - 64
USN 65 - 82
USN Retired 82
Viet Nam 71 & 73
"We need not be afraid of the future, for the future will be in our own hands. We shall need courage, energy and determination, but above all, we shall need faith-faith in ourselves, in our communities and in our country." --- Thomas E. Dewey |
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VTXRIDER55
Posts: 1287
Warner Robins, GA
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| 11 May 2008 6:13 AM |
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| Our heart felt condolences to the Roberts family and friends in the loss of Kevin. Thank you for his service to this great country. Our prayers go out to God for you in this time of loss. Kevin 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. God tells us that “Greater love hath no man than this that a man lay down his life for his friends.” (John 15:13) As Christ our Lord laid down His life for us that believe in Him for salvation, so your love one has laid down his life for us for our freedom. This act has made him a Super Hero in my heart and I thank-you deeply for this sacrifice made for our freedoms. I pray that God will now bless your lives and help you see how great a thing this is which your loved one has done. The FALLEN MILITARY MEMBER has shown this country his greatest love for country and friends
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JR & Patti Bedford
Psalms 37:5
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usmalenurse
Posts: 274
Roseboro, NC
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| 11 May 2008 12:06 PM |
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| Sincere condolences and prayers are extended to the family and friends of SSG Kevin Roberts, a true American hero. His service and ultimate sacrifice will not be forgotten. May he rest in eternal peace and may God provide a great comfort for his loved ones during these difficult days. |
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Charles Hairr
Riding in memory of my father who served in WWII
"Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends."
John 15:13
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mattsmom
Posts: 1382
Westminster, Maryland
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| 11 May 2008 2:35 PM |
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| SSG Roberts, you are so deeply appreciated. You stand now a hero at heaven's gates, along with all our fallen warriors who have gone before you. Rest easy now, Kevin, and know that 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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ivetret
Posts: 1739
Shermer, IL
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| 11 May 2008 9:45 PM |
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My deepest sympathy to the family of SSG Kevin C. Roberts. 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.
Rose
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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?”
[Elenore Rosevelt]
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mr_stainglass
Posts: 416
Newport News Virginia
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| 12 May 2008 6:52 AM |
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| My appreciation and condolences go out to the family and friends of Kevin Roberts. Thank you Kevin for your service to our nation and paying the ultimate price for the liberties of freedom. Rest Easy. |
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Robert Magill RMC (SW) USN retired
"Let every nation know, whether it wishes us well or ill, that we shall pay any price, bear any burden, meet any hardship, support any friend, oppose any foe, to assure the survival and success of liberty." -- John F. Kennedy |
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Chitown
Posts: 517
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rarking
Posts: 32
Cuba, NM
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| 12 May 2008 6:03 PM |
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Our deepest condolences, prayers and gratitude to the family and friends of SSG Kevin Roberts. As we begin our next days we will realize that it is only because of heroes such as SSG Roberts that we can enjoy our freedoms and lifestyle. Standing by here in Northern NM for his service next week, we will proudly attend and reflect in honor.
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Grandude
Posts: 222
Oak Island, NC
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| 12 May 2008 6:17 PM |
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SSG Kevin C. Roberts
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. Standing by in Oak Island, NC
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Grandude
DPC USN RET 1962-1981
Riding to honor and remember SGT Jon M Anderson, SPC Dustin R Donica, Cpl Ryan Miler, PFC Nathaniel Givens, PFC Cory Kosters, SGT Ryan Green, PFC Alan Austin, LCPL Mathew Mendlicott, Sgt Lance O. Eakes, WWII VET Tom Berry, NAVY VET Timothy Myers, SGTMAJ Terrance J Collins and all other fallen heros |
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Charger
Posts: 3494
Golden Colorado CO Ride Captain Retired CO SC
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| 12 May 2008 9:56 PM |
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Brad 'CHARGER' Lewellen
COLORADO RIDE CAPTAIN
AND A PROUD SHEEPDOG
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"History does not long entrust the care of freedom to the weak or the timid"
~Dwight D. Eisenhower~
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navydavy
Posts: 196
Seal Beach, California
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| 12 May 2008 11:43 PM |
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| My sincerest condolences to the family of Kevin for your loss, and my gratitude for your sacrifice. May God bless you in this difficult time and give you strength. My eternal gratefulness SSgt Kevin C Roberts for your service to our country, and your ultimate sacrifice for freedom. Rest in peace young brother. |
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Dave Brittain, FC1 (SW)
United States Navy 1982 - 1993
Operations Desert Shield/Storm
Proud son of a WWII Royal Navy Hero |
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Jasper54
Posts: 5879
Columbus, Ohio
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| 13 May 2008 6:43 AM |
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| I wish to offer my most sincere prayers and extend my deepest sympathies to the family and friends of US Army SSgt. Kevin C. Roberts, who has made the ULTIMATE SACRAFICE while defending our nations freedom in the Global War on Terrorism in Afghanastan. I pray that the Lord Jesus is there with you to hold you and to give you His Peace and Comfort as you bring your loved one home to be laid to rest. |
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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 US, STRENGTH 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. John Meyer, US Army WWI, 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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aoop
Posts: 2465
Vidor, Orange County, TX
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| 13 May 2008 7:02 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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Streaker
Posts: 847
In Memory of Oldiron
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| 13 May 2008 7:19 AM |
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FINAL ITINERARY, SSGT Kevin "Casey" Roberts, 25, Services in Center, Texas - Friday, May 16, 2008 at 2 PM
This is the final itinerary for the Patriot Guard Mission to honor SSGT Kevin "Casey" Roberts, who made the ultimate sacrifice for his country on Wednesday, May 7th in Afghanistan. His family has requested that the PGR be present at his services. The mission is a 'go' and all contacts have been made.
Services: 2:00 pm, Friday, May 16th at the Mangum Funeral Home, 420 San Augustine Street, Center, TX 75935 (936-598-3341). Interment following at West Hamilton Cemetery, FM 2427, approx. 20 miles south of Center.
Senior Ride Captain: Louis McGinty glmc@netdot.com
Weather Report: Cloudy, 30% chance of showers and 75 degrees. Remember Texas weather and come prepared for anything. Come in a "cage" if necessary. We need you on the flag line, regardless of the weather, but we don't expect you to endanger yourself by riding in inclement weather.
ALL GROUPS, CLUBS, INDEPENDENTS, ETC. ARE WELCOME to ride with us. The only prerequisite is RESPECT for the fallen and his family. Also remember, you do not have to be a motorcycle rider to participate. The flag line is open to everyone.
Staging Site and Time: 11:00 to 12:30 pm at the Walmart Supercenter parking lot, 810 Hurst St. (Hwy. 96), Center, TX (936-598-7356), approx. 1 mile from the funeral home.
All new members are requested to sign a PGR Release of Liability prior to the Riders' Meeting, which will commence at 12:30 pm. At 12:45 the group will ride to the funeral home, and will have the flag line in place by 1:00 pm. The number of bikes present will determine if an advance group will go to the cemetery after the service begins, or if all will stay to accompany the funeral procession. On arrival at the cemetery, we will establish the flag corridor, and then circle the gravesite after family and friends have have made their way there.
Please remain flexible as to the requirements of the mission (SEMPER GUMBY).
Map link to the Center, TX staging area: http://tinyurl.com/5fw9ya
SSGT Roberts leaves behind a wife, Donnice, and two children, Caehlen (age 9) and Keeghan (age 2). He was originally from Farmington, New Mexico, and was serving his third tour of the war. The first two tours were in Iraq, the third in Afghanistan.
Please ride safely and defensively. Stand tall as you honor this American hero and his family, and thanks again for your participation.
Streaker
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Doug Smith
Deputy State Captain-East Texas Area
Palestine, Texas USA
American by birth, Texan by the grace of God.
Riding for my dad, a veteran of the 589th Field Artillery, 106th Inf. Div., WW II P.O.W., and for the Kenyon, R.Garcia, Durbin, Forbis, Cox, Priest, Duerksen, Fry, Moss, Shannon, Latimer, Worrel, A. Garcia, Meeks, Pratt, Duggan, Jones, Clements, Pugh, Caban, Rios, Lloyd, Shaffer, Eason, Mintzlaff, Neal, Jaynes, Sanders, Buford, Yates, Williams, Bishop, Brooks, Biggs, Barrett, Mollard, Goree, Sandel, Roberts, Knight, and Knowles families, and proud to being doing so.
"Life is tough. It's tougher if you're stupid." - John Wayne |
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Streaker
Posts: 847
In Memory of Oldiron
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| 13 May 2008 2:21 PM |
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A good story in the "Shelby County Today" about the upcoming service this Friday for SSGT Roberts:
http://www.shelbycountytoday.com/article10.php |
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Doug Smith
Deputy State Captain-East Texas Area
Palestine, Texas USA
American by birth, Texan by the grace of God.
Riding for my dad, a veteran of the 589th Field Artillery, 106th Inf. Div., WW II P.O.W., and for the Kenyon, R.Garcia, Durbin, Forbis, Cox, Priest, Duerksen, Fry, Moss, Shannon, Latimer, Worrel, A. Garcia, Meeks, Pratt, Duggan, Jones, Clements, Pugh, Caban, Rios, Lloyd, Shaffer, Eason, Mintzlaff, Neal, Jaynes, Sanders, Buford, Yates, Williams, Bishop, Brooks, Biggs, Barrett, Mollard, Goree, Sandel, Roberts, Knight, and Knowles families, and proud to being doing so.
"Life is tough. It's tougher if you're stupid." - John Wayne |
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Stobby
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| 13 May 2008 3:14 PM |
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| .......It will be my priviledge to be at this fallen hero's final rest and hold the American Flag. I ride in respect for this soldier, my dad, Burnis Wilburn, and my uncle, Willis Webb, who both survived being in Europe in WWII. Uncle Willis was in Europe for over 3 years without coming home. I live in Pelican, LA, about 10 miles south of Mansfield, LA, and will stop at the Truck Stop in Logansport (by Adams Ford) Friday morning, incase anyone wants to meet up and ride to Center together. Glen Wilburn USN Vietnam Veteran. |
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Streaker
Posts: 847
In Memory of Oldiron
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| 14 May 2008 8:30 AM |
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For those of you planning on riding from the Tyler/Longview area, or those riders coming down from parts north, Robert Young (Horsepen) and Josh Tabor (Airborne Trooper) will be staging a group at the rest area at Mile Marker 608 on Interstate 20 East. Josh says from that point it is 61 miles to the Wal-Mart staging area in Center, TX.
They ask everyone to be there by 9:15 am, and will have KSU by 9:30 SHARP.
If you have any questions regarding the Tyler/Longview staging for Friday, call Josh's cell at 903-407-3976.
And, as always, ride safe. Remember, if the weather is bad, please come in the cage and leave the bike at home. We need you in the flag line, but we want you there safely. Thanks.
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Doug Smith
Deputy State Captain-East Texas Area
Palestine, Texas USA
American by birth, Texan by the grace of God.
Riding for my dad, a veteran of the 589th Field Artillery, 106th Inf. Div., WW II P.O.W., and for the Kenyon, R.Garcia, Durbin, Forbis, Cox, Priest, Duerksen, Fry, Moss, Shannon, Latimer, Worrel, A. Garcia, Meeks, Pratt, Duggan, Jones, Clements, Pugh, Caban, Rios, Lloyd, Shaffer, Eason, Mintzlaff, Neal, Jaynes, Sanders, Buford, Yates, Williams, Bishop, Brooks, Biggs, Barrett, Mollard, Goree, Sandel, Roberts, Knight, and Knowles families, and proud to being doing so.
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beechers
Posts: 273
Orlando, FL
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| 14 May 2008 8:56 AM |
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My sincere condolences go out to the family and friends of SSG Kevin C Roberts. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mr. Roberts, I salute you. Rest in peace! We will not forget.
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Paul (Wheel’er)
U. S. Army
M. D. W.
1969 – 1971
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To stand then as to stand now is rightly deemed an honor.
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