LetsRydeAz 
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Apache Junction/East Mesa Arizona
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We will be forever grateful for your service and sacrifice to our great Nation. You are a True American hero! Our condolences to the friends and family of MSgt. Randy J. Gillespie, May the lord grant you peace and serenity in these difficult times. We are all brothers and sisters in arms and we will not forget one of our own, rest in peace, your mission here is complete, we will carry your memory with us until we meet.
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Russ (PakMan) & Karla (Blondie) McKinney
USN MCB FIVE 71-75
SON "Lee" ON THE "IKE"
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LeiserBunch9
Posts: 285
Idaho State Capt Twin Falls, Idaho
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| 15 Jul 2007 1:28 PM |
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I add my sentiments to those already expressed. My heartfelt condolences to Sergeant Gillespie's family. To his bride, Lisa, may cherished and loving memories support and sustain you through this difficult time. To his four young children, always know that your dad(dy) is a hero. Be very proud of him. Randy, you have joined heroes past who have given their all in defense of those who claim American soil as home. From one airman to another, I thank you for your service; I salute you for your sacrifice. Rest now, young warrior, and assume your place of honor among those who have gone before you.
Respectfully and with heavy heart -
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Shane "Desert Doc" Leiser
MSgt, USAF (retired)
1983-2003 - - OIF Veteran
Riding in honor of my father and brother:
. Vernon D. Leiser, CMSgt, USAF (retired)
. Mark A. Leiser, TSgt, USAF (retired)
. and Idaho's Gold and Blue Star families
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David Strasshofer
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| 15 Jul 2007 4:02 PM |
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The Flag Guy in Phoenix is standing ready to honor this American Hero...
David J |
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nighthawk5154
Posts: 408
Ride Captain Tucson, AZ
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| 15 Jul 2007 8:50 PM |
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| My deepest condolences to the family and friends of another Hero. Stand down Airman, we will stand for you now. |
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Nighthawk
AKA Freedom Rider
PGR Ride Captain
American Legion Rider
USAF Ret. 1970-1990
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dwj
Posts: 520
" DJ "
Danny Jordan
Camino, CA.
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| 15 Jul 2007 8:50 PM |
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| To the family and friends of this hero,MSgt. Randy J. Gillespie. Our heartfelt condolences go to you. Your Brothers-in-Arms who have gone before you are welcoming you now. Your fight is over. May you rest in peace. You will not be forgotten |
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Danny W. Jordan, SFC, US Army, Retired 1973- 1985
American Legion Rider - President ALR Post 119
Area#1 Vice President Northern CA.
Run For The Wall Family.
Greater Love Has No One Than This, That He Lay Down His Life For His Friends.
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longrider
Posts: 148
Phoenix, Az.
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| 15 Jul 2007 10:19 PM |
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| We are saddened that we will not be able to make this very important mission. We will be out of town. Msgt Gillespies' name will be written on our hearts. longrider and shadow. |
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PGRLabLuvr
Posts: 9238
Naples, FL
Senior Ride Captain
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| 16 Jul 2007 7:53 AM |
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My deepest, heartfelt condolences to the Family and Friends of this Fallen Hero. We thank you for your sacrifice, we are a grateful nation. May your pain be tempered in the knowledge that Randy is a True American Hero and he will Never be Forgotten.
Stand down, MSgt Randy J. Gillespie, your mission is now complete, may you rest in eternal peace.
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Joan "PGRLabLuvr" Colosimo
Florida Senior Ride Captain
Proud Military Blue Star Mom
USAF - TSgt Jennifer and her husband, TSgt Mark McIntosh - Kadena
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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harleysnmacs
Posts: 194
San Jacinto, CA
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| 16 Jul 2007 8:59 AM |
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| Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of MSgt Randy J. Gillespie. The ultimate sacrifice of this True American Hero, in defense of our freedoms, will never be forgotten. Thank you for your service and sacrifice. May God comfort this family and help them find peace at a most difficult time. |
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We must never forget who gets the credit for the Freedoms we have, of which we should be eternally
grateful.
I watched the flag pass by one day,
It fluttered in the breeze.
A young Marine saluted it,
And then he stood at ease..
I looked at him in uniform
So young, so tall, so proud,
With hair cut square and eyes alert
He'd stand out in any crowd.
I thought how many men like him
Had fallen through the years.
How many died on foreign soil
How many mothers' tears?
How many pilots' planes shot down?
How many died at sea
How many foxholes were soldiers' graves?
No, freedom isn't free.
I heard the sound of Taps one night,
When everything was still,
I listened to the bugler play
And felt a sudden chill.
I wondered just how many times
That Taps had meant "Amen,"
When a flag had draped a coffin.
Of a brother or a friend.
I thought of all the children,
Of the mothers and the wives,
Of fathers, sons and husbands
With interrupted lives .
I thought about a graveyard
At the bottom of the sea
Of unmarked graves in Arlington.
No, freedom isn't free.
(Author Unknown)
Enjoy Your Freedom & God Bless Our Troops
Ann Kaland
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glenbo
Posts: 189
Phoenix, AZ
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| 16 Jul 2007 10:06 AM |
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| To the people closest to MSgt Gillespie - - Thank you for your great sacrifice for our freedom. We are standing by in Phoenix to offer the hero's respect you have earned and truly deserve. ------------Thank you! |
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Dori Ann - Back Seat - Proud supporter of our troops
GlenBo - At the Throttle - Proud Veteran of the USAF
Rookie Ride Captain in Training
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"The object of war is not to die for your country, but to make the other bastard die for his." === General George S. Patton |
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Attack
Posts: 46
Queen Creek, AZ
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| 16 Jul 2007 11:26 AM |
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It is with great honor that I salute MSgt. Randy J. Gillespie and ride in respect of him. My deepest condolences to his family. Standing by in Queen Creek.
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Doc Loesch
Posts: 516
Scott AFB IL
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| 16 Jul 2007 6:36 PM |
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MEMORIAL SERVICE:
A memorial service for MSgt Randy J. Gillespie, 56th Logistics Readiness Squadron,
is planned for Saturday, 21 Jul 07 at 1000 hours.
Location for the memorial service is Cornerstone Christian Center/Assembly of God
located at 11301 West Indian School Road, Avondale, AZ 85392-5638.
It has been requested that military members attend the memorial service in service dress.
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Doc Loesch
USAF
Elmendorf 92-96
Shaw 96-98
Osan 98-99
Elmendorf 99-02
Luke 02-08
Scott 08-present
http://www.myspace.com/docloesch
"My Bike may be Small, but it rides for a Bigger Cause!"
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cherilynneaz
Posts: 149
Mesa, Arizona
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| 16 Jul 2007 7:24 PM |
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We will be there to honor our Hero.
Ed, Cheri and Gayle
Standing by in Mesa |
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Standing in Memory of Mgysgt Bazzle J. Rice, USMC
1923 - 1991, WWII, Korea, Vietnam
Shirley May Rice-Stevens
1942 - 2007
In Honor of:
Edward Stevens, US Army
GMG1(SW) Muley, US Navy Retired |
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gperk
Posts: 24
Phoenix AZ
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| 16 Jul 2007 7:47 PM |
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| To Lisa and the family. Our son inlaw had the privalige of serving under your husband at Luke AFB. My wife and I were with our son in law Michael at Mcchord AFB when he recieved the call regarding MSgt. Gillespie. He broke down and stated MSgt. Gillespie was the finest MSgt. he had worked under. Our hearts and prayers go out to you. Michael is also a member of the Honor Guards at McChord. His desire is to fold MSgt. Randy J. Gillespies flag. We have lost a great hero. I hope to have the honor of meeting you at his arrival at Luke AFB. Greg & Janell |
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mattsmom
Posts: 1503
North Beach, Maryland
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| 16 Jul 2007 7:58 PM |
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| Thank you, MSgt Gillespie, 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 Randy's family, I offer my prayers and support. I understand a little of what you are going through-my son was killed last year in Iraq. I pray wonderful memories of your dear brave warrior help eventually to ease the pain you endure today. Randy 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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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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KeithinPhoenix
Posts: 49
Phoenix Arizona
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| 16 Jul 2007 11:49 PM |
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| Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of MSgt. Randy J. Gillespie. May God help you though this difficult time and sorrow. Know your loved one was and is a Hero to us all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you always. He will never be forgotten.
Myself and my family will never forget those like him who gave the ultimate sacrifice.
May God bless and keep his family well.
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Daryl
Posts: 772
Phoenix, AZ
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| 17 Jul 2007 12:21 AM |
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It is with a heavy heart that I pass on my condolences to you and your family. Your loved one will not be forgotten. Our brothers-at-arms will continue the good fight until we bring all our people home. Fellow Veteran, 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. My prayers are with you and your family during this time of loss.
Vaya con Dios Mi Hermano!
Standing by in Surprise!
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Carpe Diem! |
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Old School
Posts: 300
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| 17 Jul 2007 6:54 AM |
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| Just a heads up to everyone, Msgt Gillespie will be arriving Luke AFB sometime Wed. We will but out the time when we receive it. |
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Pat Eagan
It's not enough that we do our best; sometimes we have to do what's required.
Sir Winston Churchill |
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louann
Posts: 1685
Peoria, Arizona
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| 17 Jul 2007 10:21 AM |
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Hey folks...As of late last night there was still no confirmed time of arrival scheduled for MSgt Gillespie. We know that our Heroes generally arrive at Luke midday...somewhere between noon and 2 as a norm. At this point I would suggest those wanting to meet MSgt Gillespie be prepared for that time frame (acknowledging it is a broad time frame and could be different all together). As soon as we have a confirmed time it will be posted and sent out State wide.
Pat Eagan will be RC for this mission.
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Louann Thomas
Past National Captain
We of our own selves do nothing, for even in loving it is love that loves thru us. |
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johnvetnkp
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Arizona City, AZ 85223
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| 17 Jul 2007 4:38 PM |
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Louann, would you happen to know ride requirements to get on Luke???
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louann
Posts: 1685
Peoria, Arizona
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| 17 Jul 2007 6:38 PM |
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| J...we will not be going on base. We wait together at the South Gate entrance/visitor center area |
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Louann Thomas
Past National Captain
We of our own selves do nothing, for even in loving it is love that loves thru us. |
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Zippy
Posts: 7254
Phoenix, AZ
Director of Operations
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| 17 Jul 2007 6:53 PM |
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| Preliminary Itinerary posted. |
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Diane "Zippy" Anderson
PROUD Army Mom of SSgt Billy Myers 2nd Cavalry Stryker, Iraq
"...for those who man the battle line, the bugle whispers low, and freedom has a taste and price the protected never know..."
TOU Enforcement Agent
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Charger
Posts: 3914
Golden, Colorado Retired Colorado State Captain
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| 17 Jul 2007 7:18 PM |
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This mission has also become confirmed in Colorado on Saturday, 28 Jul 07 at the Air Force Academy. I will wait until after Arizona has completed their missions before posting Colorado's information to avoid confusion.
My thoughts, prayers, and gratitude go out to all of our PGR brothers and sisters that are showing MSgt. Randy J. Gillespie and all of his family and friends the honor and respect they so deeply deserve in the days ahead. We stand by here in Colorado ready to continue the mission. |
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Brad 'CHARGER' Lewellen
Retired Colorado State Captain
Proud PGR Blue Hat
"History does not long entrust the care of freedom to the weak or the timid"
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cpayseno
Posts: 3
Litchfield Park, AZ
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| 17 Jul 2007 11:45 PM |
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| To the family & friends of Msgt Randy Gillespie:
May God be with you at your time of need. Thank you for supporting Msgt. Gillespie while he defended our freedom. It sounds like he was a man who loved God and his country.
There are no words that will comfort you at this time. We will never forget the sacrifice he made for this great country.
He was a hero and he will not be forgotten. May God bless you all.
In our thoughts and prayers,
Greg, Chris, Rebecca and Private David Payeno |
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My Heart Is With David.. |
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wvhusker
Posts: 5755
Ashland, KY
Sr. KY R/C
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| 18 Jul 2007 5:51 AM |
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MSG Gillespie,
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.
WVHusker
Tom & Kelly
Ashland, KY
NE KY R/C
US Army, 1988 - 1998
Operations Desert Shield/Storm
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"Heaven Was Needing A Hero" (Jo Dee Messina)
My personal thanks to HUDPatriotGuard for posting this on YouTube. May this touch your heart as it did mine. ~WVHusker
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CoyoteDan
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Scottsdale, AZ
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| 18 Jul 2007 7:29 PM |
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MSgt. Randy J. Gillespie, You are an American Hero and we thank you for your sacrifice and your service to our country. The thoughts and prayers of my family go out to you and yours through this very difficult time.
God Bless You! |
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Coyote Dan
Some people are born a free spirit, I was born a Free Guard. |
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