Starbike 
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Groveland, FL
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| 20 Jun 2007 5:34 AM |
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Our sincerest condolences and heartfelt sympathies to the family and friends of Sgt. Richard Parker.
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Pegleg
Posts: 2753
Corona, Ca
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| 20 Jun 2007 7:39 AM |
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My thoughts and prayers for the Family and Friends of Sgt. Richard Parker during this very difficult time.
I am eternally grateful for this Hero’s Courage, Service, and Sacrifice for our Nation.
WE WILL NEVER FORGET....................
God Bless
SEMPER-FI,
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JohnM141
Posts: 294
Coventry, RI
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| 20 Jun 2007 12:59 PM |
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| It is with heartfelt regrets that I write to express my profound sympathies and deepest condolences to your family for the tragic loss of Sgt. Richard Parker. My thoughts and prayers are with Sgt. Parker's family during this difficult time. You have my deepest sympathy. Your grief we share and your loss is America's loss. I pray Our Lord and Savior will give you His peace.
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John,
Rhode Island PGR
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".. let us strive on to finish the work we are in; to bind up the nation's wounds; to care for him who shall have borne the battle, and for his widow and his orphan-to do all which may achieve and cherish a just and lasting peace among ourselves and with all nations."
- Abraham Lincoln
Second Inaugural Address March 4, 1865 |
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01deuce
Posts: 599
Milford, MA
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| 20 Jun 2007 8:42 PM |
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My condolences to the family and friends of Richard Parker; he will be missed by all that knew him; he will not be forgotten. Godspeed, brother. |
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Jim Boland
Senior Ride Captain
Massachusetts
IX XI NEVER FORGET
"Paying respect to our country's honored dead means that much to me. Without them we would not have a country." The Lone Bugler - Richard Pinter MSGT USA, RET |
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Great Dane
Posts: 367
Union, Maine
Liberty, Unity, Hope, Freedom and Friendship are always close.
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| 21 Jun 2007 4:12 AM |
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I offer my condolences and prayers to the family and friends of Sgt. Parker. Take strength from each other in this most difficult time and know that there are others who share in your sorrow.
Standing by. |
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“Everyone has the power for greatness, not for fame, but greatness, because greatness is determined by Service.” Martin Luther King
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capemar52
Posts: 124
Dover, NH / Cape Cod
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| 21 Jun 2007 5:40 AM |
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My condolences and prayers to the family and friends of SGT Richard K. Parker. I thank you for your military service and ultimate sacrifice . Semper Fi
IRISH
Dover NH/capeCod MA |
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johnnybongo
Posts: 29
West Gardiner, Maine
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| 21 Jun 2007 6:23 PM |
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| My thoughts and prayers are with the family of SGT Parker in their time of grief. I thank you for your service, and stand ready when called. |
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Phantom II
Posts: 21
Stetson, ME
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| 21 Jun 2007 8:08 PM |
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My Condolences and prayers go out to the family and friends of Sgt Richard Parker. Sgt Parker you will not be forgotten. Standing by to honor your service to this Nation.
Respectfully,
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Lady Herc
Posts: 40
Marietta
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| 22 Jun 2007 4:15 AM |
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| From my family to yours, our hearts and prayers go out to you on your loss of Sgt. Richard Parker. He will always be an American hero. Sgt. Richard Parker may you rest in peace. |
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Riding is like breathing, everyone has to try it once.
Trina
"Patriotism is not short, frenzied outbursts of emotion, but the tranquil and steady dedication of a lifetime."
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TucsonVTXF3
Posts: 32
Tucson, AZ
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| 22 Jun 2007 11:27 AM |
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| Sgt. Richard Parker, thank you!!!! To the family my condolence on your loss. The PGR will allways be there for you, just ask... |
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USAF 97-01
A10 Crew Chief
Auburn Maine
A.L.R. Post 109 |
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Aranel
Posts: 1929
Houston, Tx
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| 22 Jun 2007 4:22 PM |
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| Bump for update/ date change. |
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Cruizer
Posts: 768
Ride Captain Augusta, Maine
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| 22 Jun 2007 4:23 PM |
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UPDATE UPDATE UPDATE, 06/22/2007, 6:00PM EST
SGT. PARKER'S FLIGHT ARRIVES IN AUGUSTA AT 0942 (9:42AM)
STAGING: AUGUSTA CIVIC CENTER, 0830 (8:30AM)
KICKSTANDS UP 0900 (9:00AM)
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Cruizer
US Army Retired
1972 ~ 1993
Special Events Coordinator
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Susan Sturgis
Posts: 7186
Bear, DE
In Memory of Ed "Old Iron" Barrett
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| 24 Jun 2007 12:29 PM |
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| bump for update. |
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BootLady
#34204
TOU Enforcement Agent
"In God We Still Trust" Diamond Rio - Diamond Rio's Greatest Hits II
"You may die with nothing, but if you have brought a rainbow into somebody else's life, your mission is complete." |
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frebrd
Posts: 432
Oxford County Ride Captain, Norway Maine
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| 24 Jun 2007 12:41 PM |
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I would like to thank all who showed up for Sgt Parkers arrival back in Maine. We had around
15 bikes and several cages about 30 people in all. The line up was the State Police leading
then two PGR bikes with flags the coach with Sgt Parker then two more bikes with flags then
the honor guard and family then the rest of the PGR. The police did a great job keeping the
speeds down on the turnpike and we had a very safe trip from Augusta to Skohegan. According
to todays paper the family was very appreciative of our effort. I would also like to thank
Cruizer for all the work he is doing for this mission. Hope to see you all at the honor mission
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af18641218
Posts: 4
Presque Isle, Maine
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| 24 Jun 2007 12:43 PM |
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| I will be leaving Presque Isle, Aroostook County at approx. 0400 (4:00AM) Tuesday morning June 26, 2007. Trucking my bike to Augusta. Dont have room for another bike, but if anyone has a trailer that is a possibility. Have room for a couple of riders that may want to go. pinewave@ainop.com Jerry Joles 207-762-8461 |
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Swaybar
Posts: 840
Spruce Head, ME
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| 24 Jun 2007 3:48 PM |
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| I will be leaving Rockland High School at 8am sharp, going directly to Skowhegan. |
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Mike
State Captain
Maine
USN 74-80 FTM1 (ESWS) USS America CV 66
ME Army Guard, 1-152 FA M198/155mm "ON THE WAY"
ALR Charter Member Rockland Post 1
I may not always know who I am standing next to, but I certainly have no doubt who and what I Stand For! |
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Swaybar
Posts: 840
Spruce Head, ME
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| 24 Jun 2007 3:51 PM |
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| Reminder..Temperature will be warm.around 91...bring fluids...drink plenty |
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Mike
State Captain
Maine
USN 74-80 FTM1 (ESWS) USS America CV 66
ME Army Guard, 1-152 FA M198/155mm "ON THE WAY"
ALR Charter Member Rockland Post 1
I may not always know who I am standing next to, but I certainly have no doubt who and what I Stand For! |
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USAFX2 MOM
Posts: 429
Oxford County HOTH Norway, Maine
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| 24 Jun 2007 4:09 PM |
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Here is some information some of you may take into consideration. Gas and food are limited once you leave the farmington area. It would be good if some of you who are cagers could bring some water in coolers considering the temp. are going to be hot and humid.
Bunny O'Leary
HOTH Officer, Oxford County
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USAFX2 MOM
Posts: 429
Oxford County HOTH Norway, Maine
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| 24 Jun 2007 5:54 PM |
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I just got off the phone with the funeral director. They will be leaving the funeral
home at 2:30 to head up to Phillips to pick up the family and then on to Mt Abram
HS for the wake. Bunny and I will be at the funeral home to lead the escort at
2:00. If anyone wants to join us please be at the funeral home no later than 2:00.
This will be a police escorted ride. Its about 50 miles to the HS from the funeral
home. Directions to the funeral home are:
ROUTE 95 NORTH EXIT 133 (ROUTE 201) FUNERAL HOME IS ABOUT 12 MILES
FROM THE HIGHWAY ON THE LEFT.
THIS ESCORT IS FOR THE WAKE ON MONDAY JUNE 25
DAN & SCOTT CREMATORIUM
ROUTE 201
SKOHEGAN, ME
John O'Leary
RC Oxford, County
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Cruizer
Posts: 768
Ride Captain Augusta, Maine
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| 25 Jun 2007 5:40 AM |
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Greetings Folks....
I hope this post does not create any confusion for anybody, but after reading the most recent posts, I wanted to take this opportunity to clarify just a couple of small, but very important points.
There are actually going to be two groups heading in seperate directions, but ultimately meeting at the High School.
There is a group of about six riders who have volunteered to go to Skowhegan on Tuesday to escort Sgt. Parker to the High School where the memorial service will be held.
The second group, which will be the larger of the two, will still meet at the Augusta Civic Center at 0930 (9:30am).
This group will actually arrive at the High School about one hour earlier than Sgt. Parker and the escort.
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Cruizer
US Army Retired
1972 ~ 1993
Special Events Coordinator
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MUP
Posts: 23
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| 25 Jun 2007 6:33 AM |
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I plan to be in Gifford's in Farmington and would like to ride with the group from there to the high school on Tuesday.
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mburton
Posts: 558
Orono, ME
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| 25 Jun 2007 9:54 AM |
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Is anyone planning on leaving from the Bangor/Orono area?
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lcanon
Posts: 10
Raymond, ME.
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| 26 Jun 2007 4:08 AM |
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| I'm leaving Raymond around 0700 for Augusta thru Lewiston/Auburn anyone want to hook up give me a call, 329-7340, if not I'll see you in Augusta....Dave/lcanon |
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USAFX2 MOM
Posts: 429
Oxford County HOTH Norway, Maine
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| 26 Jun 2007 9:21 PM |
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I have just returned from a beautiful area of Maine. The weather the last two days has been fantastic. Warm gentle breeze , sunshine and yes some humidity. Since I had not been involved with a honor mission before I just did not know quite what to expect or how things worked. However, standing by my husband as he and Cruiser planned the mission I only hoped things would turn out the way they wanted it to. So I thank you Don and my husband John for a beautiful mission. When I first met the Funeral Directors all they could say was how impressive the escort was from the airport to Skowhegan and the family was very pleased with everything. On Monday John and I escorted Sgt. Parker from Skowhegan to Mt. Abram High School with the Military Personnel led by State Trooper Scott Nichols, again the family was pleased with the respect and care of their son's escort. On Tuesday, several PGR members met in the morning to escort Sgt. Parker to Mt. Abram High School. also included were several Sheriff's, State Troopers plus K9's led once again by State Trooper Nichols, (who adourned his Kilt as he played the bag pipes at the funeral and graveside service. ) As we left Skowhegan there were a wave of flags, bringing our American Hero to his service at Mt. Abram High School. The ride was thru beautiful country side, a few windy spots, but somewhat comforting. The family joined us in Phillips and we proceeded to the high School. Upon the arrival at the high school I looked over John's shoulder and saw yet another beautiful sight. Lots of Old Glory waving in the breeze waiting to greet the escort. Goosebumps on the back of my neck from the support and respect for our fallen hero. Everything seemed peaceful and comforting. AFter the service and the escort approached the final resting spot for Sgt. Parker, another wave of flags present to greet us. All lined up on the side of the road and looking over the service keeping watch for the family. So folks, I have said this before, job well done today for this American Hero. The Patriot Guard Riders did a wonderful job, military personnell and the LEO's all thanked us for doing what we do. Many of the people attending the services today would look at you and whisper thank you for being here, it means so much. I would reply " It is an honor to be here". so with this I say God Bless America and our troops.
Bunny O'Leary
Norway Maine
HOTH Officer Oxford County
Proud Vet's wife
Proud Mom of 2 sons USAF
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highsalute
Posts: 1277
Huntsville, AL
Home is where the Heart is!
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| 27 Jun 2007 6:03 AM |
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Emma, Don, Pat and to the rest of Richard's Family: May God continue to comfort and strengthen you during these most difficult days. I remain available to each one of you 24/7 by phone and email - don't hesitate to continue to call on me.
Also, if anything should arise that I can not assist with being so far away and all, I know my Maine PGR brothers and sisters will continue in support of you all up there - just call on them and let them know.
Maine PGR...very well done. Thank you for taking such great care of Richard & his family....this family is very near and dear to my heart. |
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In honor of those who serve(d)
American Legion Rider: Topsham, ME Post # 202 & #8 Guntersville, AL
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