deadeyedel 
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| 04 May 2007 3:33 PM |
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We THANK YOU and appreciate your sacrifice for us and America. May GOD Bless you and your family at this special time. We will do our best at the Patriot Guard to honor you with our service. |
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harly69g
Posts: 8482
Mid-West Regional Capt.
KY,IN,OH,MI
Ride Capt.
Owensboro, KY
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| 04 May 2007 4:48 PM |
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In Memory: Terri L. Newman 11/64 - 07/05
In Memory: Caleb S. Newman 12/07
Senior Ride Capt for countys of: Crittenden, Caldwell, Union, Webster, Mclean, Hopkins, Muhlenburg, Henderson, Daviess, Ohio, Hancock.
KY State site: www.pgrofky.com
IN State site: www.indianapatriotguard.org
OH State site: www.ohiopgr.org
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johnclinton
Posts: 6
Dieterich, IL
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| 04 May 2007 7:40 PM |
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| Anyone in the Effingham area or coming through the Effingham area, and want to hook up and ride together, shoot me an email at chopperjohn52@yahoo.com |
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mikebowman
Posts: 156
Forreston, Illinois Assistant State Captain
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| 04 May 2007 9:32 PM |
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In case some of you may have missed it, Mr's Spencer, Cole's mother, asked that we post her sons picture in the thread. It is included in the first post. A handsom and proud young man from a proud American family. My heart goes to the Spencer family. I know your pain, and I know how hard it is right now. Please know that there are many of us trying to help shoulder your burden.
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Riding in memory of my son - Spc Timothy Bowman - Mar 82 - Nov 05
Riding with my brother always at my side - SRC Greg Bowman - Jul 54 - Sep 07
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wheatfield
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Rural Butler Co., west of New Hartford, Iowa
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| 05 May 2007 5:23 AM |
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| It is with heartfelt regret and sympathy that I leave this message to the loved ones of U.S. Army Pvt Cole E. Spencer. Our young people such as Cole, who answer the call to service, are the gold standard by which we must judge ourselves. We will forever have a debt of Honor to Cole for his service and sacrifice. I pray to The God of Our Fathers that He will Abide with all who most bear the burden of loss and sorrow; that He will give strength and comfort for all the days to come, and that his angels will always be near. |
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Psalm 139: 9-10 "If I take the wings of the morning and dwell in the uttermost parts of the sea, even there thy hand shall lead me, and thy right hand shall hold me." |
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Falcon20
Posts: 50
Ann Arbor, MI
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| 05 May 2007 3:24 PM |
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Thank you all for coming out to the airport today. The weather managed to lift in time for us to bring Pvt. Spencer home without any delay. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Spencer family and their friends in this time of great sorrow. Thank you all for doing what you do, God Bless.
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mpleasant
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Lake County, IL
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| 05 May 2007 4:57 PM |
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| To the family and friends of Pvt. Cole Spencer, you have my deepest sympathy. To Cole, thank you so much for your service and sacrifice...you paid for our freedom, and for the freedom of others, and it will never be forgotten. I am not able to stand at your service but you; your family; and your friends will be in my thoughts and prayers. |
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angelrose45
Posts: 189
Alabama
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| 05 May 2007 6:01 PM |
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| Our Condolences to the Family and friends of Pvt. Cole E. Spencer. Thank you for serving our country Pvt. Spencer. Rest in Peace |
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Some Day We'll All Have Perfect Wings |
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Pocketrocket
Posts: 91
Sullivan, Missouri
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| 05 May 2007 7:35 PM |
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Can anyone give me a recommendation for a motel close to Gays? It looks like Effingham may be the closest.
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chicagofarmer
Posts: 128
Naperville, IL
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| 05 May 2007 8:04 PM |
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Our family condolences and prayers for Pvt Cole E. Spencer and family.
We are in the present of greatness.
http://kristyjackson.com/salute/i_salute_you.mp3
My family salutes you. Thank you. Now we will stand for you.
To look in the eyes of those who have lost their loved ones who have given their lives for this country and thank them from the bottom of my heart is one of the greatest honors I have ever had.
God bless this family and give them comfort and peace!
“My loyalty to Country, this soldier and the family is beyond reproach. I humbly serve as a guardian to a patriot soldier and family ready to defend them who defended our freedoms for us.”
Twelfth generation American Patriot
Family fought in the American Revolution, Battle of Wilderness, Civil War, WWI WWII Korea with Sacrifice
Standing by in Naperville
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DueE
Posts: 56
Windsor, IL
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| 05 May 2007 9:23 PM |
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| Mattoon, IL, exit 190 WEST (Rt 16) there are 2 or 3 motels. From this point, Gays, IL is about 8 miles west on Rt 16. |
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DueE
Posts: 56
Windsor, IL
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| 05 May 2007 9:25 PM |
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| Pardon me, I-57, exit 190, take Rt 16 east. |
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DueE
Posts: 56
Windsor, IL
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| 05 May 2007 10:21 PM |
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Pardon me again..what a day..Rt 16 WEST
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otoole
Posts: 12
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| 06 May 2007 3:03 PM |
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| I will be leaving Shell gas station in Oglesby @ 0845 on monday 5/7, anyone wanting to ride along |
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j.robinson
Posts: 6
Champaign, Illinois
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| 06 May 2007 3:40 PM |
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My family and I pray for the peace of God to be with you during this time. We are so greatful for his service to our country, and we salute him. GOD SPEED!
Prays
SGT (Holyman) Robinson
Illinois Army Nation Guard
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mregan
Posts: 83
PEORIA, IL
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| 06 May 2007 7:41 PM |
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I plan on leaving Peoria around 8:00. Will probably head down 121 through Decatur. Anyone else along that route/
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"For when we come home, either standing or dead, to know you remember we
fought and we bled, is payment enough and with that we will trust, that we
mattered to you as you mattered to us."
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Mikesangel
Posts: 21
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| 07 May 2007 12:06 AM |
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| My sympathy goes out to the Family & Friends of Pvt Cole Spencer. Thank You For your Sacrifice. May You Rest In Peace. Your In The Arms Of A Angel.
Soldiers Angels
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AlleyKat
Posts: 73
Florence AL
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| 07 May 2007 3:46 AM |
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We extend heartfelt sympathy to the family and friends of Pvt. Cole E. Spencer. There is no way to lessen the sorrow of losing someone so precious to you…but please remember, others care and are praying for you. Another American has given their all, this brave young soldier will always be remembered as a TRUE AMERICAN HERO. We will NOT forget his courage and willingness to serve our country and defend our freedom. We are proud to honor him because of his choice to stand for what he believed in. May God Bless and Comfort You.
Truly this was the greatest day of his life, for today he met the Lord.
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Render therefore to all their dues: tribute to whom tribute is due; custom to whom custom; fear to whom fear; honor to whom honor. Romans 13:7 |
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TFloyd
Posts: 33
Sullivan, IL.
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| 07 May 2007 4:27 PM |
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| My sincere condolances to the family and friends of PVT. Cole Spencer. |
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USN 1972-1976
VAQ-133 Wizards
USS America (CVA-66)
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greense96
Posts: 170
Stew "THE HAT" Illinois Ride Captain
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| 07 May 2007 7:13 PM |
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| It was a day that only OUR GOD could put together. The turn out was out of sight. It was a true HONOR to ride this mission. The area of people should be proud of themselves for the support they shown to this HERO. Thanks to all who was there and again it is an honor to ride with you all. The Ride Captains done a out standing job for you all have many hours without any shuteye so rest now. GOD BLESS ALL. Stew "THE HAT" in Gillespie |
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harly69g
Posts: 8482
Mid-West Regional Capt.
KY,IN,OH,MI
Ride Capt.
Owensboro, KY
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| 07 May 2007 9:27 PM |
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Photos posted in gallery. |
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In Memory: Terri L. Newman 11/64 - 07/05
In Memory: Caleb S. Newman 12/07
Senior Ride Capt for countys of: Crittenden, Caldwell, Union, Webster, Mclean, Hopkins, Muhlenburg, Henderson, Daviess, Ohio, Hancock.
KY State site: www.pgrofky.com
IN State site: www.indianapatriotguard.org
OH State site: www.ohiopgr.org
MI State site: www.pgrmichigan.org |
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bikergrammy
Posts: 81
St. Elmo, IL
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| 07 May 2007 9:31 PM |
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Spc Cole E Spencer arrived at Decatur airport approx 11:55 am Saturday May 5. Cole was escorted to McMullen Young Funeral Home in Sullivan by 20-30 bikes, followed with 24/7 honor guard until time of funeral service. Bill Hay, you were outstanding!!! This mission would not have been so successful without your help and Ken's. This mission was a prime example of TEAM WORK!!! Ken, we've got your back anytime. Arne, you did it again!! Special, Special thanks to the citizens of Sullivan and Gays for the hometown hospitality and selfless acts of kindness. What they did for us were endless. Mark and Candy, thank you for for giving this nation such a fine young man who was willing and did sacrifice his life so that we all may continue to enjoy the freedoms that we have today. Cole will be in our hearts forever. We will never forget.
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DueE
Posts: 56
Windsor, IL
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