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BirdieMN 
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Woodbury, MN
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| 14 Sep 2006 10:03 AM |
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| My sincerest condolences to the Benson family. Johnathan's service and sacrifice for this nation shall not be forgotten. |
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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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ramx
Posts: 24
Brewster, Minn
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| 14 Sep 2006 6:28 PM |
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My condolences to the family of Cpl Johnathan Benson. I pray that God will comfort and carry you, during this time.
Thank you Johnathan for your commitment to our safety and security. You are our Hero. Rest now in the arms of our Lord. |
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Ken Pederson
Worthington Sector ARC
Life Member VFW Post 4743
PUFL American Legion Post 608
Life Member DAV Chapter 36
Member Vietnam Veterans of America
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shadow_sarge
Posts: 32
West Fargo, ND
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| 14 Sep 2006 8:16 PM |
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I would like to extend my deepest sympathies to the family, friends and fellow marines of Cpl. Johnathan Benson. I pray that God's love and comfort will surround you all. I along with over 53,000 other proud Americans will keep Cpl. Benson and all those who knew him in our hearts and prayers. You can stand proud as we will in knowing that Cpl. Benson was a true American hero.
Take Care, SFC Tim Moen
ND Army National Guard
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NDARNG: 1980- STILL SERVING
OIF IRAQ 04-05 WITH 141 ECB
RIDING IN MEMORY OF GEORGE C. MOEN, US ARMY WWII AND WENDELL V. COLES, US ARMY, WWII
"The truth of the matter is that you always know the right thing to do. The hard part is is doing it." Gen. Norman Schwarzkopf
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Monica
Posts: 854
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Northfield, MN
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| 15 Sep 2006 12:04 PM |
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***********URGENT NOTICE ******************
From Ride Captain J.D. Daher:
THIS IS NO LONGER A STAND DOWN - OUR PRESENCE IS REQUESTED
Itinerary for MONDAY, SEPT. 18TH mission in honor of Cpl. Johnathan L. Benson
(This mission will be for interment only at Fort Snelling National Cemetery)
0800 - Staging area open
IKEA Parking lot, between Lindau Lane and East 79th Street, North of the Mall of America
8000 Ikea Way Bloomington, MN 55425.
0900 - Please arrive at the staging area no later than 0900
0930 - Mission briefing
0950 - Stands up, departure for Fort Snelling National Cemetary
1005 - Arrive at FSNC
1015 - Park all scoots on a side road within FSNC, get flags up and ready
1045 - Line up to meet the funeral procession
1100 - Interment service begins, stand guard with the FSNC Honor Guard
Typical FSNC Interment services last no more than 20 - 30 minutes.
We will continue to stand guard until most of the family and friends
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1200 - 1230 estimated dismissal time.
Please bring a 3 x 5 US flag.
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"This ain't rocket surgery." |
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Hoffmann
Posts: 33
Hastings , Mn.
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| 15 Sep 2006 12:47 PM |
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| My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Cpl. Jonathan Benson , His Sacrifice will not be forgotten and we will forever be grateful ..... God Speed soldier ! I'am will be priviledged to stand in your honor .
Planning to attend ! from Hastings , Mn. "T" |
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gwinslow
Posts: 535
Amboy, MN
Minnesota
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| 15 Sep 2006 3:15 PM |
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Mankato Staging:
We will stage at Mankato Harley Davidson, 1200 North River Drive in Mankato. (Just off Hwy 14 and on Hwy 169). Everyone MUST sign a release form prior to departure. Make sure you have a full tank of gas prior to departure.
0600 - Staging area open
0620 - Mission briefing
0630 - Depart Staging area for IKEA Staging Area.
0800 - Staging area open
IKEA Parking lot, between Lindau Lane and East 79th Street, North of the Mall of America
8000 Ikea Way Bloomington, MN 55425.
0900 - Please arrive at the staging area no later than 0900
0930 - Mission briefing
0950 - Stands up, departure for Fort Snelling National Cemetary
1005 - Arrive at FSNC
1015 - Park all scoots on a side road within FSNC, get flags up and ready
1045 - Line up to meet the funeral procession
1100 - Interment service begins, stand guard with the FSNC Honor Guard
Typical FSNC Interment services last no more than 20 - 30 minutes. We will continue to stand guard until most of the family and friends have departed.
1200 - 1230 estimated departure time.
Remember to dress appropriately for the weather, pack rain gear just in case, bring WATER and something to EAT. We must be self-sufficient.
Please refrain from wearing a t-shirt or uncovered patch that I'd have to explain to my 8 and 11 year old grand children if at all possible.
Thank you to all who attend this mission.
George
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Minnesota Assistant State Captain
Minnesota Patriot Guard / Patriot Guard Riders
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calamityjane
Posts: 2561
brooklyn park mn
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| 15 Sep 2006 3:30 PM |
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i have a ride. standing by in brooklyn park
god bless Cpl. Johnathan L Benson. stand down young man your job is done.
calamityjane
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Riding in Honor of my Father DLJ and grandfather WWI veteran EJPL
Riding in Memory 'DakotaLawDog' Paul Anderson
A Hero is no braver than a ordinary man, but he is braver five minutes longer. -Ralph Waldo Emerson
He was the kind if you got in trouble you didn't look back to see if he was still with you, you knew damned well he was. ~Sackett by Louis L'Amour
Each man owes a debt to his family, his country and his species to leave sons and daughters who will lead, inspire and create.~Sackett's Land by Louis L'Amour
Never drive faster then your angels can fly. Be Safe....
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STG1(sw)
Posts: 218
St. Paul, Mpls, MN, USA
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| 15 Sep 2006 3:47 PM |
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Our most sincere condolences to the family and friends of Cpl. Johnathan L. Benson. May God grant you Peace as you pass through this difficult time. Know that Johnathan’s sacrifice does not go unnoticed.
Standing by in St. Paul Park MN
John P. Thompson III
US Navy 1981-1997
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John P. Thompson III "Indian John"
MN, S.E. Metro RC (Stepped Down Due Pending Death in 6-12 Months or Possible 6 to 24 Months with the Treatment.
MN, S.E. Metro Ride Captain (2005?-2009)
MN, S. E. Metro Assistant Ride Captain (2004?-2005?)
MN-Patriot Guard (2004?)
STG1 (SW) (PJ) US Navy 1981-1997
St. Paul, Minneapolis, MN, USA
http://www.caringbridge.org Name: indianjohn
mnindianjohn@gmail.com
CentennialChief@msn.com
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Honeydog
Posts: 639
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| 15 Sep 2006 4:55 PM |
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| I wish I could attend on Monday, but my work committments the next two weeks will prevent my attending. I will however be with you in spirit. |
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No man is entitled to the blessings of freedom unless he be vigilant in its preservation
- General Douglas MacArthur
There are bikers invading the rest area!
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dragonman
Posts: 156
Big Lake, Mn. 55309
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| 15 Sep 2006 5:53 PM |
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There are some of us from the St. Cloud sector planning on attending this mission. We will leave the Holiday Stationstore in Big Lake at 0700 hours, and head east on Hwy. 10 to Anoka to meet others, then proceed down Hwy. 169 to 494. There will be waivers to sign, so please arrive early enough to leave by 0700 hours.
If you'd care to join this group for the ride, meet us at Big Lake, or at the Walgreen's parking lot in Anoka on the corner of Main Street and Ferry Street. We should be there about 0730-0740 hours. There will be waivers to sign, so please be ready to leave by 0750 hours. |
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"Our good works are like stones cast into a pool of time: though the stones may disappear, their ripples extend to eternity". Anonymous
"Dragonman" Dan Robertson
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thejuggler
Posts: 21
St. Paul, MN
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| 15 Sep 2006 7:22 PM |
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We will be there. Told work "I'm Going". We will be riding over from West Side St. Paul. Is there anyone wishing to ride together from the SE Metro Sector?
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It is the duty of those that served and lived to honor and respect those that served and died. |
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Preacherman
Posts: 0
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| 16 Sep 2006 5:45 AM |
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| For the family of Cpl Benson, please accept our deepest sympathies from all of Iowa. |
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thevfox
Posts: 21
St Louis Park MN
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| 16 Sep 2006 6:49 AM |
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Due to work commitments, I also will there only in spirit.
Rest in honored peace Cpl Benson. |
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tislotman
Posts: 5
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| 16 Sep 2006 7:17 AM |
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My deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Cpl. Johnathan L Benson,
He is a true American Hero who gave his all.
If anyone is riding up from Red Wing, MN on Monday the 18th I will be leaving aroud 730am from the gas station at Treasure Island Resort & Casino. It will take abouty 45 min to 1 hour depending on traffic and road construction. You can contact me on my cell 651-301-1032
Hooha
Devin Feuerhelm
OIF Vet 05-06
All Gave Some, Some Gave All
The attached pic is from Merril, WI a few weeks back.
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dbley
Posts: 654
Twin Cities
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| 16 Sep 2006 7:21 AM |
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Gigi has made contact with the American Legion in Bloomington and they are serving lunch on Monday. :-) As last week.. lunch is not on me!!
Please join us for fellowship if can spare the time. It was a nice closure to the mission.
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Take exit #4B/LYNDALE AVE - go 0.2 mi |
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Turn  Left on LYNDALE AVE S - go 1.9 mi |
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Arrive at 9320 LYNDALE AVE S, BLOOMINGTON, on the  Right |
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Doug Bley
MN State Captain
Patriot Guard Riders
In memory of my friend John Gorman - Rangers 2bn - Dog Company - WWII
"Rangers Lead The Way!" |
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nette
Posts: 64
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| 16 Sep 2006 8:00 AM |
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Lord willing, we will be honored to attend this mission for Cpl. Johnathan and his family.
Met Johnathan's Uncle last Month in Appleton, Wi. and he was sharing Johnathan's story with the military support group. (My heart has been touched ever since.) We are from New London (west of Appleton) Wisconsin, we extend a personal invitation for any Wisconsinites to join us.
sincerely,
Net and Del
(Joshua 1:9)
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maxxdog
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| 16 Sep 2006 8:50 AM |
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My sincere condolences to Cpl. Benson's family.
I would be honored to join you in paying respects to this hero.
maxxdog
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STG1(sw)
Posts: 218
St. Paul, Mpls, MN, USA
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| 16 Sep 2006 8:52 AM |
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God bless out services members for giving the ultimate sacrifice for our country
To the family of Cpl. Jonathan L. Benson it will be an honor to stand by for your family and friends.
I also told work this is something I have to do---Rest in peace Cpl. Jonathan L. Benson your service is complete
PGR-coming from St Paul Park, if any one wants to meet and ride the short distance
John P. Thompson III
STG1 (sw)
US Navy 1981-1997
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John P. Thompson III "Indian John"
MN, S.E. Metro RC (Stepped Down Due Pending Death in 6-12 Months or Possible 6 to 24 Months with the Treatment.
MN, S.E. Metro Ride Captain (2005?-2009)
MN, S. E. Metro Assistant Ride Captain (2004?-2005?)
MN-Patriot Guard (2004?)
STG1 (SW) (PJ) US Navy 1981-1997
St. Paul, Minneapolis, MN, USA
http://www.caringbridge.org Name: indianjohn
mnindianjohn@gmail.com
CentennialChief@msn.com
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Roadrash26
Posts: 27
Scandia, MN
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| 16 Sep 2006 11:51 AM |
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God Bless you, Cpl. Johnathan L. Benson; may you rest in peace, mission accomplised, America thanks you. We extend our sincere condolances to the family of Cpl. Benson, may you find peace and comfort in your time of sorrow, we grieve with you.
We will be with you Monday along with other members of our family; we live 5 minutes from the MOA and Ikea, so will be there promptly.
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Linnea Strandness
Riding in memory of:
Harry Standley, USN, WWII
Eugene E. Zohfeld, USA, WWII
William F. Genovese, USA, 1st Cavalry Division, Vietnam
"No man is entitled to the blessings of freedom unless he be vigilant in its preservation."
- General Douglas MacArthur
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grtipton1
Posts: 62
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| 16 Sep 2006 5:46 PM |
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Our sincere condolences to the Benson family. Johnathan is a true american hero and will not be forgotten. Thank you for allowing the Patriot Guard this opportunity to pay their respects.
I also would like to pass on condolences from my son Joshua Boley. Joshua played high scool soccer with Johnathan. Josua would make this misssion if he could but he is currently stationed in South Korea with the air Force.
Rest in peace, Johnathan
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US Citizen by birth
AMERICAN by choice
War is an ugly thing, but not the ugliest of things. The decayed and degraded state of moral and patriotic feeling which thinks that nothing is worth war is much worse. The person who has nothing for which he is willing to fight, nothing which is more important than his own personal safety, is a miserable creature and has no chance of being free unless made and kept so by the exertions of better men than himself. John Stuart Mill (1806 - 1873) |
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ghaase
Posts: 58
Hubertus Wisconsin
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| 16 Sep 2006 8:08 PM |
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I will be loading my iron horse tomorrow for the trip to honor and pay my respects to CPL Benson in Bloomington. It will be an honor for me to be there.
I am looking forward to seeing my friends Net and Del from New London Wisconsin and also to pay back a little bit of the support that our Minnesota Patriots (men and women) have given us in our Wisconsin missions.
I am standing by in Hubertus Wisconsin.
George
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dragonman
Posts: 156
Big Lake, Mn. 55309
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| 17 Sep 2006 7:55 AM |
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Final Itinerary for 18Sep06--St. Cloud Sector for Cpl. Benson's Mission
We will leave the Holiday Stationstore in Big Lake at 0700 hours, and head east on Hwy. 10 to Anoka to meet others, then proceed down Hwy. 169 to 494.
There will be a waiver to sign, so please arrive early enough to leave by 0700 hours.
If you'd care to join this group for the ride, meet us at Big Lake, or at the Walgreen's parking lot in Anoka on the corner of Main Street and Ferry Street. We should be there about 0730-0740 hours.
There will be a waiver to sign, so please arrive early enough to leave by 0750 hours.
ALSO, please dress according to the weather forcast (ha,ha). There is a predicted chance of showers, and high temps. in the mid-50s.
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"Our good works are like stones cast into a pool of time: though the stones may disappear, their ripples extend to eternity". Anonymous
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skittles
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| 17 Sep 2006 8:01 AM |
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My thoughts and prayers are with the Benson family during this time. Cpl. Johnathan L. Benson gave all and will not be forotten.
Let us solemnly remember the sacrifices of all those who fought so valiantly, on the seas, in the air, and on foreign shores, to preserve our heritage of freedom, and let us reconsecrate ourselves to the task of promoting an enduring peace so that their efforts shall not have been in vain.
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skittles
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| 17 Sep 2006 10:22 AM |
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I case anyone else is interested Monday morning I am meeting up with George Winslow’s group from Mankato at the intersection of County Rd. 41 and 169 at the Super American gas station. I am planning on watching for them and falling in at the end when they go by he figures they should be there no later then 7:15 a.m.
Gigi
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Lori Musolf
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Litchfield, MN
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| 17 Sep 2006 10:33 AM |
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TO ALL WILLMAR SECTOR MEMBERS, ******IF YOU ARE PLANNING ON ATTENDING THIS INTERNMENT PLEASE CONTACT (alcrmcc@hotmail.com) AND LET US KNOW. wE HAVE SENT EACH AND EVERY ONE OF YOU AN EMAIL ALSO.
IF WE DO NOT HAVE ENOUGH MEMBERS TO STAGE IN LITCHFIELD, WE COULD SET UP A STAGING WITH DOUG BLEY IN WAYZATA. PLEASE CONTACT EITHER US OR DOUG BLEY AND LET US KNOW YOUR PLANS! WE WANT EVERYONE TO HAVE A SAFE TRIP! IF YOU ARE UNCOMFORTABLE RIDING IT ALONE AND WOULD RATHER RIDE IN A GROUP, WE NEED TO SET A STAGING AREA SO PLEASE CONTACT US ASAP!
IT IS MORE DANGEROUS TO TRY TO STAY TOGETHER IN A GROUP DURING RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC AND ON THE FREEWAY SO PLEASE BE CAREFUL. PLEASE SEE THE 'FINAL STAGING AREA' FOR THOSE OF YOU TRAVELING ON YOUR OWN AND AT YOUR OWN PACE!
THE FINAL STAGING AREA INFORMATION IS AS FOLLOWS:
0800 - Staging area open
IKEA Parking lot, between Lindau Lane and East 79th Street, North of the Mall of America
8000 Ikea Way Bloomington, MN 55425.
0900 - Please arrive at the staging area no later than 0900
0930 - Mission briefing
0950 - Stands up, departure for Fort Snelling National Cemetary
1005 - Arrive at FSNC
1015 - Park all scoots on a side road within FSNC, get flags up and ready
1045 - Line up to meet the funeral procession
1100 - Interment service begins, stand guard with the FSNC Honor Guard
Typical FSNC Interment services last no more than 20 - 30 minutes. We will continue to stand guard until most of the family and friends have departed.
1200 - 1230 estimated dismissal time.
***Please dress for the weather! Bring your 3x5 flag and RESPECT!
RIDE SAFE!
THANKS
Lori & Andy Musolf
Willmar RC's
Proud to be Patriot Guard Riders
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