Lori Musolf 
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| 07 Jul 2006 10:07 PM |
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If anyone heading to Willmar, has an idea of when you will be coming through Litchfield which is on the Hwy 12 route, please let us know. I know there are several people in this area that are heading to Willmar. We would love to join up with you on the ride from Litch to Willmar otherwise we will see you there.
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Lori & Andy
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Proud to be Patriot Guard Riders
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TJC
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| 07 Jul 2006 10:23 PM |
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I will be leaving HAstings From Cub Foods. I will be there at 0415 hrs and depart at 0430, figure we can make Orono by0520 or so. See ya there. Tim 651 210 0765
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TWRAS
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| 07 Jul 2006 10:43 PM |
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To Spc. Kyle Miller.: THANK YOU!!!
To the Family of Spc. Miller, Thank You!!! There is nothing I can
say! All I can do is be a part of the Patriot Guard to honor a
fallen Hero!
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jlmemt
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Mason City, IA
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| 07 Jul 2006 10:56 PM |
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I am going to attempt this mission from Mason City, IA. If I missed anyone from down this way, let me know.
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BirdieMN
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Woodbury, MN
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| 08 Jul 2006 1:53 AM |
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Lori,
We'll be leaving Orono HS at 5:30 AM. Google maps says it is 1 hour & 19 minutes to Litchfield from there. I believe we'll be stopping for fuel in Litchfield at whatever is available right on US-12. I'd say start looking for us on US-12 around 6:30 - 6:45 AM on the way into town. |
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Nate "Birdie" Zenker
Metro/St. Cloud Area Senior Ride Captain
Member - Red Knights MC, MN Chapter 4
www.mnpatriotguard.org
Riding in Memory of:
Firefighter/EMT Don Juenemann, Firefighter/EMT Jason Shutes, Captain William Pooler, USN, USMM, The 343 - "Never Forget"
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BirdieMN
Posts: 947
Woodbury, MN
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| 08 Jul 2006 1:59 AM |
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Sadly, on Monday another American Hero from Minnesota will be laid to rest. A young man who stood up to fight for the cause of the very freedoms we all take for granted every day.
It is always a sad occasion when we have to lay to rest another American Hero, even more so at such a young age. I salute you, Sgt. Miller, and it will be my honor to stand watch for you and your family as you stood watch for us. May the Good Lord welcome you into His kingdom of salvation!
To the Miller family: for what comfort it may bring you, know that this entire state, indeed the entire nation owes Kyle a debt of honor and gratitude. We mourn your loss with you. May the Good Lord bring you comfort in this most difficult of times. |
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Nate "Birdie" Zenker
Metro/St. Cloud Area Senior Ride Captain
Member - Red Knights MC, MN Chapter 4
www.mnpatriotguard.org
Riding in Memory of:
Firefighter/EMT Don Juenemann, Firefighter/EMT Jason Shutes, Captain William Pooler, USN, USMM, The 343 - "Never Forget"
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ahunter
Posts: 69
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| 08 Jul 2006 7:20 AM |
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God's blessings to Spc. Miller and his family and friends, for giving the ultimate sacrifice to protect our freedom.
Dave and I are unable to make this mission, but our thoughts and prayers will be with you all. Our flag is flying!
God Speed and Ride Safe!
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Lori Musolf
Posts: 326
Litchfield, MN
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| 08 Jul 2006 8:18 AM |
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Birdie,
The best place to stop for fuel in Litchfield would be HandiStop, it's on the right side of Hwy 12 if you are coming from Orono after you get into town. You will pass Bumper to Bumper & Taco Johns and you will see it, it is the 2nd gas station on the right. Handistop has a large parking lot as there is also a car wash next door and they have plenty of room for all of us where we will not be in the way.
Do we have road guards that will block the intersections? If not I am sure our Chief of Police ( a National Guard member), Pat Fank would be happy to have us escorted through town. We have several stop lights in Litchfield, other than that it would be clear sailing all the way to Willmar with no stop lights through Grove City, Atwater or Kandiyohi.
Let us know if you need help with anything along the way.
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Lori & Andy
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Lori & Andy Musolf
Proud to be Patriot Guard Riders
www.kmsride.com |
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JRedfield
Posts: 77
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| 08 Jul 2006 9:19 AM |
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Lori & Andy:
We have contacted the Litchfield Police and I am told they are very happy to help.
Our LEO Coordinator has set up traffic control with the Litchfield Police to get us through
the town, Phil told me they were extremely cooperative and wanted to do whatever possible to help.
I really appreciate thier cooperation.
I am on my way to Willmar now and will Cgheckout the Handistop. It sounds just right.
Thank you for all your input.
John Redfield
Southwest Metro Ride Captain.
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John Redfield
Southwest Metro Ride Captain
Patriot Guard Riders
metrosw@mnpatriotguard.org
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Hoffmann
Posts: 33
Hastings , Mn.
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| 08 Jul 2006 9:32 AM |
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| I plan to join up with the group at St Paul Harley ; I will be going through Hastings on Vermillion at 3:30 stopping at M&H for a few minutes .. Let me know if you want to ride to SPHD which looks like a straight shot to ORONO.
Hoffmann
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kilgore289
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| 08 Jul 2006 9:55 AM |
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| Our prayers are with the Miller Family in this time of sorrow. Be proud of your son, America is. |
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CaptCone
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MN - North Metro
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| 08 Jul 2006 9:55 AM |
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Have temp. relocated to Bemidji but will be attending.
Will be following Hwy 71 straight through leaving about 0 dark early. |
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SKMcRae
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| 08 Jul 2006 10:31 AM |
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Hey NE?NW sector,
Even though our RC's cannot attend I'm thinking there's others than me heading to Willmar. My Map Quest is sending me 35W to 694 to 94 exiting on 23 towards Cold Spring. It says it is 138.38 miles with a traveling time of 2 hours 33 minutes. This will keep the travel against traffic and no stop and go on the back roads. I'll be leaving the gas station (BP or Conoco?) right on 35 at the Hwy. 97 ramp at 5am on Monday. If someone else is going and knows a better route please let me know and I'd like to join you otherwise let me know if you're joining me. Just so you know, I'm not a RC and have no disclaimer forms - just looking for riding buddies heading west. I don't want to go through the construction zones in the cities.
Susan
susanandfrankie@yahoo.com
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skittles
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| 08 Jul 2006 10:45 AM |
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There is a motel in Willmar that will give us a dicounted rated if you would perfer to head to Willmar on Sunday. The name of the motel is, Cozy Inn and the rate are $30 for on queen and $40 for two doubles. Phone number is, 320-321-3714. Tell then that you are with the PGR Riders.
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BirdieMN
Posts: 947
Woodbury, MN
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| 08 Jul 2006 11:08 AM |
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Susan,
You may want to consider going to Orono HS in Long Lake as there will be a law enforcement escort to get us from there to and through Delano (and all of the construction areas). This is going to shave some time off the trip as it will keep the group together and negate all of the stop lights, etc.
There will be another escort through Litchfield later on in the trip.
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Nate "Birdie" Zenker
Metro/St. Cloud Area Senior Ride Captain
Member - Red Knights MC, MN Chapter 4
www.mnpatriotguard.org
Riding in Memory of:
Firefighter/EMT Don Juenemann, Firefighter/EMT Jason Shutes, Captain William Pooler, USN, USMM, The 343 - "Never Forget"
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Arizonated
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Morris, MN. and Surprise, AZ
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| 08 Jul 2006 11:57 AM |
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Alexandria sector PGR:
We will not muster for the ride to Willmar.....Unless you are coming through Morris; we leave Morris at 0645. Email me if you want to join us. cowboyted@cox.net.
Or,if the Alex, Fergus Falls area folks want to set up a muster area, please let me know and we'll arrange it.
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WNGBOB
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| 08 Jul 2006 12:30 PM |
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| May my heart and prayers go out to the family of SGT. Kyle Miller. I can't make this mission because of work schedule. I will be with PGR in thought, mind, and soul. Ride Safe and Honor this American Hero and Soldier for me. Thank You SGT. Miller for your service. From WNGBOB, St. Paul |
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MNHeritagePatriot
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Worthington Ride Captain - Pipestone, MN
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| 08 Jul 2006 12:52 PM |
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My heart is heavy as we learn of the loss of another Minnesota Hero, especially at such a young age. Words are not adequate to say thank you to SGT. Miller - he gave more to us in his short time with us than many ever will. I pray for God to shelter and comfort his family and friends during this time of sorrow - may you find strength in knowing that Kyle is our hero also and that we are honored to be invited to celebrate his life and express our gratitude.
I will not be able to attend this mission - but my thoughts and prayers will be with all of you. Thank you my PGR brothers and sisters for representing me - I am very proud of each of you. Ride safe!
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Worthington Ride Captain
Son of Korean War Vet
Past Commander of SAL Post 14, Flora IL
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carnjac
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Maple Grove, MN
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| 08 Jul 2006 1:01 PM |
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Our heartfelt prayers to the Miller family....thank-you for allowing me to honor your son!!
Godspeed for SGT. Kyle Miller as you are a true American Hero!!!!
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"Some ride to live, others live to ride, we ride to honor"
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elkhunter40
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| 08 Jul 2006 1:35 PM |
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Nate "Birdie
94 west is down to one lane in to St.Paul for the weekend for road construction. will all lanes be open at 4:00 am ?
you may have to ajust your time some. or make up for lost time.
I can not make it on this trip. Ride Safe
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Grumblebear
Posts: 18
Lino Lakes
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| 08 Jul 2006 3:48 PM |
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| I will meet up at the BP on 97 and 35W.... I agree Orono high school, and the escort would be an easier trip |
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oldgoldwing
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| 08 Jul 2006 4:17 PM |
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Some of us from Alexandria are meeting at the Holiday statiion south of I94 at 0630
join us if you wish
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MamaGoose
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Fargo, ND (Oregon raised)
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| 08 Jul 2006 4:55 PM |
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My son, Alex, and I will be honored to pay respects to Sgt. Miller on Monday.
This will be his first mission, and we are heading to the cities tonight to spend the rest of the weekend there. Hopefully, we can find a wireless connection so that we can stay posted.
We will be driving cage, so if we need to carry anything from that area, please let me know.
My cell is 218-329-9597.
Blessings to all,
MamaGoose
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ND Air National Guard, 9 yrs & counting
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BirdieMN
Posts: 947
Woodbury, MN
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| 08 Jul 2006 6:09 PM |
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Posted By BirdieMN on 07/07/2006 9:39 PM
Both of these staging areas will then meet at Orono High School, located near Hwy-12 & Old Crystal Lake Rd in Long Lake, MN.
Everyone should be there by 5:15 AM, we will be leaving NLT 5:30 AM.
Correction - That should be Hwy-12 & Old Crystal BAY Rd. |
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Nate "Birdie" Zenker
Metro/St. Cloud Area Senior Ride Captain
Member - Red Knights MC, MN Chapter 4
www.mnpatriotguard.org
Riding in Memory of:
Firefighter/EMT Don Juenemann, Firefighter/EMT Jason Shutes, Captain William Pooler, USN, USMM, The 343 - "Never Forget"
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js_stadther
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Bird Island, MN
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| 08 Jul 2006 7:20 PM |
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To the family of Sgt Kyle Miller,
I pray God's blessings for you during this difficult time, know that He will see you through. I had the pleasure of meeting Kyle on the 6th Grade Class Trip from BOLD when we went to Duluth. Kyle was a member of the group I chaperoned. Kyle was also in the same Unit in the Guards as my daughter Brittany in Willmar. It brings me great sorrow to know that another one has paid the ultimate price. It is uncomprehesible for me to understand the sacrifice our own are willing to make, yet I am ever so grateful. I will be there on Monday on behalf of the PGR in honor of a true American Hero. With heartfelt sorrow and deepest graditude - Thank you, Kyle!
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