stretchnit  Posts: 1090 Mulberry, Ks.

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| 26 Jun 2006 4:14 PM |
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Doc Lee, or anyone else for that matter. I'm about 2 hours South of K.C. I'm about 10 miles North of Pittsburg, Ks. If I'm in your line of travel, and you need a place to stay the night, just give me a shout and I'll fix you up. 2 empty bedrooms, folding cots, sleeping bags, a place to park the bikes inside, hot coffee, hot shower, hot food. I estimate St. Joseph, Mo. to be about 166 miles North of here. Don't know yet if I'll be caging it or on the scoot.
I'm posting my name and number for your convenience. Leave a message if we are not here.
Rick / Ruth Wegner Stretch / Ruffy 620-764-3155 Email richnruff@yahoo.com |
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Big Dog  Posts: 487 Kilted Biker Topeka, KS... On the Front Line

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| 26 Jun 2006 5:15 PM |
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| I will be Ride Captain on this Mission Ride.
No details yet. I will advise as soon as I have them.
Please bookmark this page, and stand ready.
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DC "Big Dog" Hannah ksbigdog@embarqmail.com (785) 224-0236
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beckyboop  Posts: 1
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| 26 Jun 2006 5:29 PM |
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| God bless Brian's family. Consider my husband and I there to show our support and respect. |
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Hellbent  Posts: 6 Windsor,Mo

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| 26 Jun 2006 6:35 PM |
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| Our deepest sympathy for the family in their time of loss. Standing by in Windsor to show respect for this soldier. |
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rgshockey  Posts: 21 York, NE

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| 26 Jun 2006 6:53 PM |
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God bless Brian and be with his family in this time of need. Will make the trip if I can. Proud to do so and do my part to show respect and admiration for the members of our military and their families. Standing at the ready to stand in the gap. |
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"Give therefore to everyone you owe: taxes to whom taxes are due; customs to whom customs; respect to whom respect; honor to whom honor"- Romans 13:7 We make a living by what we get. We make a life by what we give.
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DrWho  Posts: 0
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| 26 Jun 2006 8:19 PM |
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My condolences to the Bradbury family.
This hero will not be forgotten.
Please forward my condolences to the family, and if they have any photos and
info on Brian that I can ad to his tribute page to please send them to
me.. It is my mission to help people remember who this hero is.
You're also welcome to email me some of the PGR Mission photos to ad.
I wish all the riders a safe ride and a good mission.
I thank you all for supporting our fallen heroes and their families.
Q
www.IraqWarHeroes.org & www.AfghanistanWarHeroes.org
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3rd of the 60th  Posts: 75 Lee's Summit, MO
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| 26 Jun 2006 10:48 PM |
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| Just adding our condolences to the family and friends of PFC Bradbury...may God comfort you in these dark hours and know that there are many grateful Americans who are thankful beyond words for the ultimate sacrifice made by PFC Bradbury. Standing by to honor our fallen brother. |
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Truemensa  Posts: 197 Bullhead City, Arizona

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| 26 Jun 2006 11:19 PM |
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My Deepest condolences the Family and friends of Pfc. Brian J. Bradbury. A True American Hero. May you rest in peace. |
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Garry Van Kirk PGR Bullhead City, Arizona
Sacred; adj. Dedicated to a person or purpose: a memorial sacred to those killed in battle. Consecrated by love and reverence.
It's Not An Adventure; It's A Lifestyle; For Life!
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whr2nd  Posts: 1318 Sedalia, Missouri
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| 27 Jun 2006 9:33 AM |
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| Pfc. Brian J. Bradbury. Sir, thank you for defending your nation and your countrymen. Your duty to us, will not be forgotten. My prayers and condolences to your family. Standing by... |
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| 27 Jun 2006 11:11 AM |
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Riders, I have floor space in Leavenworth (30 miles S. of St. Jo). Door and fridge are open to you. I plan on going to GOTG on the first--will put that on hold pending mission details or scoot to OK afterwards.
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bosco5555  Posts: 6
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| 27 Jun 2006 8:40 PM |
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My condolences to the family. Would be honored to pay my respects at his service. Standing by and in prayer.
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beprobst  Posts: 13

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| 27 Jun 2006 9:56 PM |
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| God bless and keep you Pfc. Bradbury! Standing by in Council Bluffs, IA. |
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Poppawolf  Posts: 64 Oak Grove, MO

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| 27 Jun 2006 11:43 PM |
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| God Bless another American Hero. Thank you for your service and sacrifice. You will be in the thoughts and prayers of my family. Standing by in Oak Grove. |
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Snowhite  Posts: 1487 Elsberry, Mo.

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| 28 Jun 2006 3:54 AM |
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| Thoughts and Prayers are with the family and friends of Pfc. Brian J. Bradbury a true American Hero. Standing by in Elsberry, Mo. |
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Terry Martin We Will Always Remember Vietnam Vet 67-68 85th Evac Hospital PGR Riders CVMA MO. Chapter 4-2 American Legion Riders Chapter 313 MO. American Legion Riders-MO. Asst. State Director VFW Post 9064- Commander MO. VFW 9th District POW/MIA Chairman
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Big Dog  Posts: 487 Kilted Biker Topeka, KS... On the Front Line

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| 28 Jun 2006 8:25 AM |
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| Update-
From KQTV.com:
Plans In The Works For Soldier`s Service
The family of a St. Joseph soldier killed in the line of duty makes plans to lay him to rest.
Brian Bradbury`s wife and two daughters arrived in St. Joseph Tuesday to make arrangements.
They traveled here from New York, where Bradbury was stationed.
The 22-year-old was killed last week by enemy fire during a combat mission.
His mother says the family will hold a service at Word of Life Church in St. Joseph, followed by a full military funeral in White Cloud, Kansas. She says the service will likely be Saturday, but an official time and date have not been set.
I will post more information as I receive it.
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DC "Big Dog" Hannah ksbigdog@embarqmail.com (785) 224-0236
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Lightning  Posts: 13 Kansas City Area

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| 28 Jun 2006 11:29 AM |
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God Bless and Comfort Brian and his family.
Standing by in Shawnee Mission, KS.
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MI_Warrant  Posts: 32 Greenwood, MO

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| 28 Jun 2006 12:26 PM |
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| Standing By in Greenwood. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. |
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MI_Warrant  Posts: 32 Greenwood, MO

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| 28 Jun 2006 2:35 PM |
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Posted By "Doc" on 06/28/2006 1:55 PM Attention KC Riders: Stops and pick up points are being set for departure to St. Joseph. Watch thread for updates. Looks like this will be a Saturday mission unless schedule changes.
Departure -- Lenexa --McDonalds, I-435 & 87th Street (For those from the South and West of the city)
2nd. Pick Up Point -- Platte City --McDonalds, I-29 exit 18 (Meet up with Pbrobbins and others coming in from the North and East of the City).
3rd. Pick Up Point -- TBD
Arrive at staging point in St. Joseph
Please post or e-mail intent for an approximate head count. Is anyone coming from the SE Corner of the Metro (Lee's Summit) area?
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pbrobbins  Posts: 0
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| 28 Jun 2006 2:53 PM |
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If you are coming from the east or southeast part of Kansas City (Lees Summit, Blue Springs, Grandview, Independence or other similar places, I would strongly suggest that you come north on I435 that goes by the Royals and Chiefs stadiums. If you take this interstate highway up to Platte City, MO, you will avoid all of the downtown construction and traffic headaches.
Please plan on meeting me (pbrobbins) at the McDonalds in Platte City (exit 18) after you come north on I435. There is a Quick Trip gas station (truck stop) next to the McDonalds so you can gas up before you go to St. Joseph, MO. St. Joseph is only 28 miles north of Platte City. Presently, the tentative date for this mission is Saturday (July 1st), but this could change. So, keep watching this thread for the official time and day.
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areallyniceguy  Posts: 827
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| 28 Jun 2006 5:10 PM |
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| if this mission is a go for sat. i will be coming up from joplin any riders from swmo like to hook up let me know,email or call me at 417-439-5342 standing by for final times and date.pbrobbins i wil try to hook up with your group at mcDS. ........rj from joplin mo |
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R.J.Bailey Joplin Missouri,Proud Parent of an American Soldier(Land of the free by the blood of the brave) PGR Member#13326 ( Liberty, when it begins to take root, it's a plant of rapid growth, George Washington 1" U. S. Preident) |
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GWRRA  Posts: 0
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| 28 Jun 2006 6:11 PM |
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| Ruby and I are praying that God will give Pfc. Bradbury's wife and daughters quidance and strength in the coming hours and days and comfort them as you have comforted us. I am coming on this mission from SW Iowa. Could hook up at Sapp Brothers E. of Nebraska City on I-29. Will be watching for details. To join in with me from Shenandoah, call 712-246-1979 or rrm@mchsi.com Roger M. (GWRRA) Ride Safely ! |
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Big Dog  Posts: 487 Kilted Biker Topeka, KS... On the Front Line

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| 28 Jun 2006 8:05 PM |
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| First of all, I want to thank each of you. The captains may make the plans, but the Riders make the Mission.
The tentative plan is for a funeral Saturday at 1300 at Word of Life Church (www.wolc.com) in St. Joseph, MO. This is subject to change, since PFC Bradbury was in transit from Dover AFB to Missouri when I checked this afternoon.
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SATURDAY MORNING: Ride in to the Assembly Point. If you want to ride in with a group, follow this thread and contact any of the ride organizers for more information.
1000: Assembly Point opens. Assembly Point: American Legion Post 359 4826 Frederick Blvd. St. Joseph, MO 64506
1100: Mission Briefing. Equipment check: Flags out. Form up for Ride
1115: Ride to Word of Life Church, Riverside Road at Cook Road, St. Joseph, MO. Route: East from American Legion on Frederick Avenue to Riverside Road. North on Riverside Road to Word of Life Church.
1130: On station.
1300: Funeral begins.
We will also take part in the Escort Ride from the church to the cemetery at White Cloud, KS following the funeral. Details to follow.
SAFETY
Ride safely; everyone goes home at the end of the Mission.
Remember the basics: hydration and protection from the sun. We will be standing on 20 acres of asphalt in Missouri in July. The weather forecast is for a high of 91, with SSW winds gusting 15-29 mph. There is also a 25% chance of thunderstorms in the afternoon. Plan accordingly.
Soldiers Angels have graciously volunteered to provide bottled water for this Mission. Thanks to Debby and all the Angels!
COMMAND AND SIGNAL
Big Dog is the Ride Captain for this Mission. S/C Bill "WHR2ND" Richart may attend this Mission, depending on his availability. Any other R/C or S/C that attends, please find Big Dog at the Assembly Point.
Refer any reporters to Big Dog.
Big Dog's cell number: (816) 262-4986. Contact me if you run into any problems or if any Rider is injured.
MISCELLANEOUS
BRING YOUR BIG FLAGS.
Missouri is a "helmet state". If you are riding in from out of state, don't forget your skid lid.
This is solemn business we are on. Remember to maintain a properly respectful demeanor ("proper military bearing"). We will honor the US flag, PFC Bradbury, and PFC Bradbury's family with hand salutes. If you are not comfortable with a salute, please place your hand over your heart when honoring the Flag and PFC Bradbury's casket.
All updates and changes will be posted to this thread.
I look forward to seeing you all Saturday; I only wish it were under happier circumstances.
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DC "Big Dog" Hannah ksbigdog@embarqmail.com (785) 224-0236
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usncporetired  Posts: 3 Joplin, MO
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| 28 Jun 2006 8:14 PM |
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PFC Bradbury, thank you. To his family, you are in our prayers. Standing by in Joplin, hopefully I will be able to ride.
Dave Bush USN CPO Retired
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JFoosh  Posts: 11 Offutt Air Force Base Nebraska
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| 28 Jun 2006 8:31 PM |
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| My condolences to the family of Pfc Bradbury, may God bless and protect them in this hour of sorrow. I will be there. PGR from Bellevue Nebraska. |
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JoelPotter  Posts: 28 Omaha, NE

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| 28 Jun 2006 8:41 PM |
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PFC Bradbury, you are gone but not forgotten.
Freedom is never free. Thank you for paying the ultimate price so the rest of us can have the freedoms that we enjoy in this country.
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