Rambo 
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Leeper Pa.
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| 07 Dec 2006 4:53 PM |
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| My Deepest condolences and heartfelt prayers go out to everyone who knew this young man. Not only did he give his life for our freedom but saved several lives in the process. A true HERO !! PFC. Ross McGinnis, Thank you. You will not be forgotten !! I'll be standing by in Leeper Pa. I'm close to Knox so I'll make this mission even if I have to miss work. John ( Rambo ) Newman. USMC 82-86 |
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Odin48
Posts: 32
Port Vue, PA
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| 07 Dec 2006 7:24 PM |
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| Pastor Ron.......this Knox is just West of the town of Clarion in Clarion County. Rt 208 goes right through the town.
Fred (Odin48)
My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Pfc. Ross A. McGinnis. Standing by in Port Vue |
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teachr
Posts: 155
Orange County, NY
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| 07 Dec 2006 7:35 PM |
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Rest in peace Pfc McGinnis, and may your family and friends find comfort in that peace.
Thank you for your service to this country.
Your bravery will never be forgotten.
~MK |
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tamcclain
Posts: 13
New Kensington Pa
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| 08 Dec 2006 9:17 AM |
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| Rest in peace brother. To the family, words can not take away the pain, but may GOD BLESS you now and forever. You are in my prayers. |
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Terry McClain
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hollywood68
Posts: 761
Pittsburgh, PA
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| 08 Dec 2006 11:49 AM |
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No more information than last post. Keep watch as if this comes about it could be a Short Notice.
If this becomes a Mission -- Richard Getchel (rgetch) will be the Ride Captain.
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USAF - 68-72
Former Western Pennsylvania Senior Ride Captain
Former Pennsylvania Assistant State Captain
Former Pennsylvania State Captain
Pennsylvania Ride Captain
The 9.12 Project
"A governement big enough to give you everything you want is big enough to take away everything you have" -Thomas Jefferson |
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eldorado37
Posts: 324
Grass Valley, CA.
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| 08 Dec 2006 10:37 PM |
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| Our condolences to the family and friends of Pfc.McGinnis, he has made a great sacrifice for his country and fellow man. |
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John Murray
US Army Airborne 55-58
An American Patriot
Lord, hold our troops in your loving hands. Protect them as they protect us. Bless them and their families for the selfless acts they perform for us in our time of need. Amen."
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PYSCHO
Posts: 39
Titusville,Pa
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| 09 Dec 2006 6:46 AM |
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Thank You, PFC. Ross A. McGinnis,the ULTIMATE Sacrifice,could not have been an easy decision ,but one you made without hesitation, to protect your fellow soldiers. RIP for eternity.
Standing by in Titusville, Pa |
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beagleboy
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| 09 Dec 2006 8:20 AM |
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To the family of Pfc Ross McGinnis I offer my deepest sympathy and highest honor. Thank you for your unselfish duty to freedom and the people of the United States of Americia. You now are a true American Hero. An honor not given, but earned by the actions and choices to serve others. Your sacrafice will never ever be forgotten. God's Speed.
Big Frank
US Army Airborne
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USAFX2 MOM
Posts: 429
Oxford County HOTH Norway, Maine
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| 09 Dec 2006 8:36 AM |
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Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and freinds of Pfc. McGinnis during this difficult time. Your sacrafice to protect our country and our feedom will never be forgotten. God Bless all of you. Rest in Peace.
John & Bunny O'Leary
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cpljaeger
Posts: 3
Clarion, Pennsylvania
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| 09 Dec 2006 10:31 AM |
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Here you will find the Obituary of Pfc. Ross McGinnis. It was posted this morning in the Oil City Derrick. He will be missed by our community and by all of us.
Sincerely,
Kurt in Clarion
http://www.thederrick.com/stories/12092006-6046%20.shtml |
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These are the times that try men's souls. The summer soldier and the sunshine patriot will, in this crisis, shrink from the service of their cuntry; but he that stands by it now, deserves th love and thanks of man and woman. |
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thebigguypgrohio
Posts: 281
New Philadelphia, OH
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| 09 Dec 2006 11:19 AM |
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Pfc. Ross A. McGinnis, God Bless and Rest in Peace.
My deepest condolences to the family and friends.
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Randy “The Big Guy”
US Army 1971-1992
Patriot Guard Rider,
Tuscarawas County Ohio
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hollywood68
Posts: 761
Pittsburgh, PA
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| 09 Dec 2006 3:36 PM |
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Contact has been made with the family offering Patriot Guard Riders assistance and support at the Memorial Service for their loved one PFC Ross A. McGinnis.
While we await the families decision during this most difficult time please keep the family, friends and community in your prayers. This outstanding young man gave his life so that others might live; PFC Ross A. McGinnis is the purest definition of a hero I know of.
I am confident in speaking for all Americans and in particular all Patriot Guard Riders when I say Thank You - PFC Ross A. McGinnis, you are our hero. Gods Speed.
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USAF - 68-72
Former Western Pennsylvania Senior Ride Captain
Former Pennsylvania Assistant State Captain
Former Pennsylvania State Captain
Pennsylvania Ride Captain
The 9.12 Project
"A governement big enough to give you everything you want is big enough to take away everything you have" -Thomas Jefferson |
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hollywood68
Posts: 761
Pittsburgh, PA
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| 10 Dec 2006 11:34 AM |
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CONFIRMED MISSION:
Please be advised that the Mission for PFC Ross A. McGinnis is CONFIRMED. Mr. McGinnis has gracioulsy invited the Patriot Guard Riders to stand in honor of his son PFC Ross A. McGinnis.
The memorial service will be held at 2:00PM on Sunday, December 17, 2006 at St. Pauls Lutheran Church in Knox, PA.
Richard Getchel will be the primary Ride Captain and Rob Hemming will be assiting. Rich will post details on staging location and times. Please consider the time of day and weather when considering "riding" or not. No matter how you decide to attend the Memorial please do so carefully.
PFC Ross A. McGinnis - Thank You for your service, Thank You for your sacrifice. You are our HERO.
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USAF - 68-72
Former Western Pennsylvania Senior Ride Captain
Former Pennsylvania Assistant State Captain
Former Pennsylvania State Captain
Pennsylvania Ride Captain
The 9.12 Project
"A governement big enough to give you everything you want is big enough to take away everything you have" -Thomas Jefferson |
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Scottydogg
Posts: 144
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| 10 Dec 2006 1:28 PM |
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| Our deepest and sincere condolences to the family and friends of Pfc. Ross A. McGinnis. |
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mjoy
Posts: 33
Pittsburgh, PA 15216
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| 11 Dec 2006 2:22 AM |
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| My deepest condolences to the family and friends of Pfc. Ross A. McGinnis... I will be honored to stand. |
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lwentling
Posts: 154
Franklin, PA
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| 11 Dec 2006 12:59 PM |
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Thank you PFC McGinnis. Heroes such as you are few. I am certain you are standing at the right hand of the Lord protecting us now.
Thank you to the family for allowing the PGR to honor this hero.
Standing by in Franklin
Lee Wentling
Army DAD
298th TC
FOB Q West
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hollywood68
Posts: 761
Pittsburgh, PA
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| 11 Dec 2006 1:21 PM |
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South Hills area of Pittsburgh:
The weather at this time looks like it will be cold but clear; at this time I plan on riding. My wife and daughter will be taking a cage, if anyone wants to ride with them let me know and we can discuss - e-mail hollywood@patriotguard.org. Please keep in mind that most of us will be returing after sunset or close to sunset. Barry Bioni and I will select a stage area in the South Hills of Pittsburgh for Sunday morning to meet, one of us will post by Friday.
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USAF - 68-72
Former Western Pennsylvania Senior Ride Captain
Former Pennsylvania Assistant State Captain
Former Pennsylvania State Captain
Pennsylvania Ride Captain
The 9.12 Project
"A governement big enough to give you everything you want is big enough to take away everything you have" -Thomas Jefferson |
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cpljaeger
Posts: 3
Clarion, Pennsylvania
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| 11 Dec 2006 4:09 PM |
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I live in Clarion, Pa. which is only about 10 minutes away from Knox. I am pretty certain I can get permission for us to meet at the American Legion here. From there we could head out. If anyone wants to meet here, email me and let me know. I would be happy to accomodate anyone. Be advised that up here the weather is unpredictable. The roads are clear now but could be bad by Sunday. Pittsburgh weather forecasts are rarely accurate up here. I look forward to being able to honor Pfc McGinnis on my first ride with the Patriot Guard.
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lwentling
Posts: 154
Franklin, PA
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| 11 Dec 2006 4:29 PM |
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Richard Getchel... There are two grocery stores stores in Knox, Tom's Riverside, tele 814-797-2240, and the Sharp Shopper, tele 814-797-1171... I am certain that one of them would allow a staging area in their parking lot. Both are very close to the church,, maybe a mile at best. I recommend the Riverside store. Just a suggestion.
See you Sunday,
Lee Wentling
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hollywood68
Posts: 761
Pittsburgh, PA
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| 11 Dec 2006 4:48 PM |
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Stagging: thank you everyone for your help and suggestions, Rich has been to Knox twice so far this week and has a stag area and such lined up. He will be posting either tonight or tomorrow.
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USAF - 68-72
Former Western Pennsylvania Senior Ride Captain
Former Pennsylvania Assistant State Captain
Former Pennsylvania State Captain
Pennsylvania Ride Captain
The 9.12 Project
"A governement big enough to give you everything you want is big enough to take away everything you have" -Thomas Jefferson |
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wingone
Posts: 398
erie, pa
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| 12 Dec 2006 12:01 AM |
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Richard, I plan on being there as soon as you get staging set up we will get things ready to roll.
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Frank Dinger
NW Pa. RC Reg.1
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PGRLabLuvr
Posts: 9245
Naples, FL
Senior Ride Captain
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| 12 Dec 2006 3:39 AM |
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| I will be in attendance as well...standing by for staging info. |
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Joan "PGRLabLuvr" Colosimo
Florida Senior Ride Captain
Proud Military Blue Star Mom
USAF - TSgt Jennifer and her husband, TSgt Mark "Mac" McIntosh - Dyess
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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hollywood68
Posts: 761
Pittsburgh, PA
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| 12 Dec 2006 4:27 AM |
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Final Itinerary and Stagging for PFC Ross A. McGinnis - Knox, PA:
Date: Sunday December 17, 2006 -------------2:00PM
Mission: Memorial Service with full Military Honors:
St. Paul's Lutheran Church
1051 Twin Church Road
Knox. PA
PFC Ross A. McGinnis lost his life in Bahgdad, Iraq when he gave the ultimate sacrifice while
successfully saving the lives of four comrades.
PFC Ross A. McGinnis ws assinged to 1st Battalion, 26th infantry Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team
1st Infantry Division
Stagging Time: 11:45AM
Pre-Ride Briefing: 12:00PM
Depart: 12:15PM
Stagging Location: Tom's Riverside Grocery Store
Highway 338
Knox, PA
Stagging Location Directions:
*Take Exit53 of of I 80
* Go North on Highway 338 - 3.5 Miles to Tom's Riverside Grocery Store
* Park on the SOUTH-SIDE OF THE STORE
* Tom's Riverside Grocery Store is located just SOUTH of Highway 338 and Highway 208 Intersection, at
the intersection is a Citgo gas station and this is 1/8th of a mile NORTH
of the stagging area.
Precautions:
* If riding you MUST have a kick-stand plate
* Roads are very narrow and after last snow are cover with pea-gravel used for traction for cages
* Service will put everyone close to riding back home at night, watch for
deer and depending on temps Black Ice.
"STANDING FOR THOSE WHO STOOD FOR US"
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Former Western Pennsylvania Senior Ride Captain
Former Pennsylvania Assistant State Captain
Former Pennsylvania State Captain
Pennsylvania Ride Captain
The 9.12 Project
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Pastor Ron
Posts: 530
Altoona, PA. ***SRC District 9**
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| 12 Dec 2006 8:27 AM |
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Sincere condolences to the family and deep graditude for the one who has made the ultimate sacrifice. Due to my "calling" (I'm a Pastor) Sunday missions will be nearly impossible for me... I will be praying for the family and for all the PGR's for safety as they travel. Standing with you in spirit.
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ram5
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| 12 Dec 2006 8:44 AM |
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“If you are able,
save for them a place inside of you
and save one backward glance
when you are leaving for places
they can no longer go.
Be not ashamed to say you loved them,
though you may, or may not have always.
Take what they have taught you with their dying
and keep it with your own.
And in that time when men decide
and feel safe to call war insane,
take one moment to embrace
those gentle heroes you left behind.”
composed by:
Major Michael Davis O’Donnell
1 January 1970
Dak To, Vietnam
Listed KIA 7 February, 1978
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My condolences and prayers go out to the family of Pfc. Ross McGinnis.
Forming up in State College, Pa
Ron Matason
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