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Subject: Mission Complete - Specialist Ryan C. Garbs, 20, Edwardsville, IL - 26, 27 Feb 07

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dmaple User is Offline
Posts: 1
22 Feb 2007 8:45 PM Alert 
My condolences. God Bless you and yours and all who serve.
beetle70 User is Offline
Posts: 2
St. Jacob, IL
22 Feb 2007 9:21 PM Alert 
Thank you Ryan.  You are a true warrior and hero.  May God be with your family and loved ones in their time of loss.

Your mission is complete, we have it from here.

Standing by in Illinois.
Screws User is Offline
Posts: 4
Edwardsville, Illinois
22 Feb 2007 9:53 PM Alert 
God bless the family of Pfc. Garbs, You will not be forgotten.

I will be there standing proud and showing my respect for your son...
For those who faught for it, Freedom has a flavor the protected will never know..
cgbrocksmith User is Offline
Posts: 1291
Quincy, IL - "Defend Those Who Defended Us"
23 Feb 2007 7:24 AM Alert 
UPDATE: 23FEB07 @ 8:01 CST by RC Frank Caruso
PFC Garbs will arrive at Scott Air Force Base on Saturday, 24 FEB 07 at 10:25 am. Rally time will be at 9:15 am near the base. Rally point to be announced ASAP.


MIAP Central US Operations Coordinator


"To Care For Him Who Shall Have Borne The Battle" - Abraham Lincoln



President Abraham Lincoln stated in the Gettysburg Address:



"From these honored dead we take increased devotion to

that cause for which they here gave the last full measure of devotion - that we
here highly resolve that these dead shall not have died in vain."



Dying for Freedom isn't the worst that could
happen...BEING FORGOTTEN IS!



Respect and truth, not law, counters the obnoxious!

 
cgbrocksmith User is Offline
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Quincy, IL - "Defend Those Who Defended Us"
23 Feb 2007 8:27 AM Alert 
At this time, based on the wishes of the family, there will be no escort from Scott to the funeral home.


MIAP Central US Operations Coordinator


"To Care For Him Who Shall Have Borne The Battle" - Abraham Lincoln



President Abraham Lincoln stated in the Gettysburg Address:



"From these honored dead we take increased devotion to

that cause for which they here gave the last full measure of devotion - that we
here highly resolve that these dead shall not have died in vain."



Dying for Freedom isn't the worst that could
happen...BEING FORGOTTEN IS!



Respect and truth, not law, counters the obnoxious!

 
franksam User is Offline
Posts: 55
Christopher, IL Senior Ride Captain
24 Feb 2007 10:39 AM Alert 
STAGING on MONDAY and TUESDAY

Staging area for both Monday and Tuesday will be at the Phillips 66 gas station located on the east side of the intersection of I-55 and IL-143. I have confirmed with the gas station for our staging. Edwardsville Police will meet us there each day for an escort into town.

We will park motorcycles immediately across the road from the funeral home...space blocked off by police department. PGR cages will park in one of two parking lots within 1/2 block

MONDAY:
Weber & Rodney Funeral Home
304 N. Main St.
Edwardsville, Illinois 62025
VISITATION - 3:00 p.m.
Staging to begin at 12:30p.m. at Phillips 66 gas station at I-55 and IL-143 - FUEL UP!
Leave staging area at 1:15 p.m. with Edwardsville Police escort
PGR to set up flag line at 1:45 p.m. in preparation for family arrival
PGR will continue flag line until 4:00 p.m.;
PGR will dismiss at 4:00 p.m. ....

however, I would like to take those in attendance on a dry run from the funeral home to the funeral service site on SIUE campus immediately following the flag line dismissal...approximately another 20 minutes of involvement

there is a gas station with restrooms within 1/2 block of the funeral home for our use

TUESDAY:
Morris University Center
Meridian Ballroom
Southern Illinois University
Edwardsville, Illinois
FUNERAL - 10:00 a.m.
Staging to begin 8:00 a.m. at Phillips 66 gas station at I-55 and IL-143 - FUEL UP !!!
Leave staging area at 8:45 a.m.

I will go to funeral home with one other bike with large flags; all other bikes will proceed to SIUE campus location of funeral service; lead bike will be assigned on Monday for the ride to SIUE campus

9:15 a.m. - PGR to setup flag line at entrance to funeral site at SIUE; parking will be discussed on Monday
9:30 a.m. - I will escort hearse and family to SIUE campus; all guests will already be seated; family will enter the ballroom, and the military will bring Ryan into the funeral service area at about 9:50 a.m.
10:00 a.m. - funeral begins; PGR will stand down during service
end of funeral service - PGR flag line re-set; family and Ryan escorted to hearse and vehicles

ESCORT TO JEFFERSON BARRACKS
PGR will have two bikes with big flags (I have one bike with big flags) immediately behind LEO escort and in front of hearse; then hearse and all family vehicles will follow (we will designate last vehicle before end of funeral), then PGR motorcycles and flag vehicles (ARNE), then all other guests will follow.

Initial plans call for brief tour through area with businesses so the community can line up and show support; ISP will provide escort to Jefferson Barracks via I-255; this will be a HELMET MISSION from the funeral to Jefferson Barracks...plan accordingly

WEATHER FORECAST: partially cloudy with high of 40ish and lows in the high 20's; NO RAIN forecast as of this posting

Ride Safe...see you on Monday or Tuesday....

QUESTIONS??? ... 618-218-1825
So. IL PGR Senior Ride Captain / CMA member / www.soilme.com

Joshua 1:9 - "Have not I commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go."

Psalms 27:14 - "Wait on the LORD; Be of good courage, and He will strengthen your heart;"
cgbrocksmith User is Offline
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Quincy, IL - "Defend Those Who Defended Us"
24 Feb 2007 12:08 PM Alert 
Final Itinerary Posted.


MIAP Central US Operations Coordinator


"To Care For Him Who Shall Have Borne The Battle" - Abraham Lincoln



President Abraham Lincoln stated in the Gettysburg Address:



"From these honored dead we take increased devotion to

that cause for which they here gave the last full measure of devotion - that we
here highly resolve that these dead shall not have died in vain."



Dying for Freedom isn't the worst that could
happen...BEING FORGOTTEN IS!



Respect and truth, not law, counters the obnoxious!

 
GCFDResQ User is Offline
Posts: 216
Coronado
24 Feb 2007 12:51 PM Alert 

As an SIUE Alum and "resident" of Illinois, I send my condolences to PFC Garb, his family, and friends. Keep it safe out there, I will be with you all in spirit.

-Pete
Can Do!
Americal Legion Post 708
VFW Post 976

V-Star 1100 Custom
sdm454 User is Offline
Posts: 47
24 Feb 2007 1:45 PM Alert 
MY heart and prayers go out to the family and friends of Pfc.Ryan Garbs, Sorry I can't be there in body but will be in there in spirit. Rest in peace Pfc. Garbs,you are a true hero and will never be forgotten.
Sonja Rogers
Soldiers Angels
PGR
ivetret User is Offline
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Shermer, IL
24 Feb 2007 3:41 PM Alert 


Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich has issued a proclamation that all state facilities fly the United States flag at half-staff from sunrise to sunset on the day of the funeral of every fallen Illinois resident serving in the U.S. Armed Forces who is killed in the line of duty.

Governor's Proclamations:

Tuesday, February 27, 2007 for:

Army Pfc.

Ryan C. Garbs

United States Army


http://www.illinois.gov/PressReleases/ShowPressRelease.cfm?SubjectID=36&RecNum=5737

***edited below****
According to the Edwardsville Intelligencer Garbs was posthumously awarded the Bronze Star Medal, Meritorious Service Medal and Good Conduct Medal. He was promoted from Private 1st Class to Specialist..
“Lest I keep my complacent way I must remember somewhere out there a person died for me today. As long as there must be war, I ask and I must answer was I worth dying for?”
[Eleanor Roosevelt]
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BlueStarMom User is Offline
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25 Feb 2007 9:05 AM Alert 
May God comfort the family of PFC Garbs. He is a true Hero.

I just found out my son who is also in 3rd batallion will be a part of PFC Garbs' Horor Guard.
bswitzer57 User is Offline
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25 Feb 2007 9:42 AM Alert 
May God be with the family in the coming days and give them comfort thru the hard times ahead. Sorry I cannot be there in body but will be in mind and heart. Thank you PFC Garbs for your service to our country you will not be forgotten.
franksam User is Offline
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Christopher, IL Senior Ride Captain
25 Feb 2007 11:46 AM Alert 
Change in plans for leaving from Christopher, IL on Monday, February 26.

Due to a need for me to arrive early and finalize some last minute details in Edwardsville, I will be leaving from Christopher no later than 9 a.m. on Monday, February 26. In addition, I will be spending the night in Edwardsville on Monday night to coordinate other matters.

If you want to connect with me on the ride to Edwardsville tomorrow, you must contact me this afternoon/evening via email ( franksam@copper.net ) or cell phone (618-218-1825) to make arrangements with me.
So. IL PGR Senior Ride Captain / CMA member / www.soilme.com

Joshua 1:9 - "Have not I commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go."

Psalms 27:14 - "Wait on the LORD; Be of good courage, and He will strengthen your heart;"
cgbrocksmith User is Offline
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Quincy, IL - "Defend Those Who Defended Us"
25 Feb 2007 12:50 PM Alert 
New Page 1

It appears that we may have to execute all aspects of our mission objectives:

Patriot Guard Riders Mission Statement

The Patriot Guard Riders is a diverse amalgamation of riders from across the nation. We have one thing in common besides motorcycles. We have an unwavering respect for those who risk their very lives for America’s freedom and security. If you share this respect, please join us.

We don’t care what you ride or if you ride, what your political views are, or whether you’re a hawk or a dove. It is not a requirement that you be a veteran. It doesn't matter where you’re from or what your income is; you don’t even have to ride. The only prerequisite is Respect.

Our main mission is to attend the funeral services of fallen American heroes as invited guests of the family. Each mission we undertake has two basic objectives.

1. Show our sincere respect for our fallen heroes, their families, and their communities.

2. Shield the mourning family and their friends from interruptions created by any protestor or group of protestors.

We accomplish the latter through strictly legal and non-violent means.

To those of you who are currently serving and fighting for the freedoms of others, at home and abroad, please know that we are backing you.  We honor and support you with every mission we carry out, and we are praying for a safe return home for all.


MIAP Central US Operations Coordinator


"To Care For Him Who Shall Have Borne The Battle" - Abraham Lincoln



President Abraham Lincoln stated in the Gettysburg Address:



"From these honored dead we take increased devotion to

that cause for which they here gave the last full measure of devotion - that we
here highly resolve that these dead shall not have died in vain."



Dying for Freedom isn't the worst that could
happen...BEING FORGOTTEN IS!



Respect and truth, not law, counters the obnoxious!

 
KarenSiddall User is Offline
Posts: 56
Belleville, Illinois
25 Feb 2007 3:13 PM Alert 
My words of condolences will never fill the void in your heart, but always remember we are here with you during your time of sorrow.
Your son will never be forgotten. May he rest in peace.
Please accept my sympathies.
Proud daughter of a Korean War Veteran

May we live our lives to make them proud.
mregan User is Offline
Posts: 83
PEORIA, IL
26 Feb 2007 2:33 AM Alert 
I will be there for the service on Tuesday. We formed for a reason. We will be reminded of our mission at the service for Ryan. I am proud to stand for Ryan.

Mike Egan
Peoria, IL
"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."
RD User is Offline
Posts: 177
Cape Girardeau, MO
26 Feb 2007 6:31 AM Alert 
I'm riding up  from Cape Tuesday morning.  Leaving the Biehle Rhodes 101 at exit 123 at 6:00 AM.  That puts us around Hwy 32 exit 150 just before 6:30 if anyone is riding over from Farmington/Park Hill. 
IraqVet2003 User is Offline
Posts: 26
St. Louis, Missouri
26 Feb 2007 9:23 AM Alert 
I'll be coming from North Saint Louis County Tuesday if anyone coming through that way wants to hook up, let me know.
My 10 Brothers from 4th Battalion 27th Field Artillery Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 1st Armored Division out of Baumholder, Germany who made the ultimate sacrifice in Baghdad, Iraq, 2003-04. They are my heros.

SSG Kevin C. Kimmerly, SPC Christopher "DOC" Holland, SGT Ryan Campbell, SSG Esau Patterson, SSG Jeffery Dayton, SPC James Beckstrand, SPC Justin Schmidt, PFC Ryan Reed, PFC Norman Darling, and PFC Jeremy Ricardo Ewing

http://www.myspace.com/neverforget911ulefties
Thomas Novotny User is Offline
Posts: 106
Downers Grove, Illinois
26 Feb 2007 11:41 AM Alert 
My condolences to the family and friends of Spc. Ryan C. Garbs. Due to work commitments I will not be able to attend the services in Edwardsville. I will lower the Bank flag in Westmont in honor of Ryan on Tuesday 2-27-07, post his picture and information in the lunch room, and add his name to the list of heros from Illinois. Thank you Ryan for your devotion to the freedoms we continue to enjoy because of you.

TomCat.
Mcgyver User is Offline
Posts: 2
26 Feb 2007 5:48 PM Alert 
We regret that we will be unable to pay our respects personnaly as planned, due to work committments unforseen. Our condolences to the family in their grief.

Lonnie and Rhonda Adkins
Shiloh, IL
franksam User is Offline
Posts: 55
Christopher, IL Senior Ride Captain
26 Feb 2007 6:08 PM Alert 
We had an EXCELLENT group here today for the flag line. THANKS to all that attended. You were awesome, and the sight of the flag line along the sidewalk before the visitation was a powerful one. And the constant attention you gave the line until 4:00pm was incredible.

The family, friends, and soldiers were obviously touched with our show of support. It is amazing to see the impact on these fragile people that occurs by only our presence...no words necessary. What we do is SO IMPORTANT.

The weather will be cool in the morning, but sunny. I'm sporting some red from today's sun. Bring sunscreen, even though it is cold.

Staging is as posted on the front of this thread. We'll see you in the morning. For those unable to attend, keep us and the family and the LEO and the soldiers in your prayers for an event full of honor, dignity, and respect.

We also picked up and/or met several new PGR members. FRANK
So. IL PGR Senior Ride Captain / CMA member / www.soilme.com

Joshua 1:9 - "Have not I commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go."

Psalms 27:14 - "Wait on the LORD; Be of good courage, and He will strengthen your heart;"
ragincajun40 User is Offline
Posts: 28
Collinsville, IL (St. Louis Metro East)
26 Feb 2007 8:30 PM Alert 
I am a student at SIUE and actually was unaware of the funeral taking place on campus until just recently. The school only tonight sent out an email mainly to say beware of traffic. Unfortunately, my bike is in pieces in the midst of winter mods, however I will be there to support Specialist Garbs with my truck bearing flags. I will have to briefly slip away to take a mid-term but will return in time to help with the escort to JB.

God Bless you Specialist Garbs.
Standing by in Collinsville.
In memory of LCPL Jonathan Kyle Price - 1.13.06

“[Liberty, freedom, and democracy] are so very precious that you do not fight to win them once, and then stop." - Sgt. Alvin C. York
Russell User is Offline
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Silver Lake, Indiana NE IN SR RC
26 Feb 2007 9:51 PM Alert 
Great job today my Illinois brothers and sisters !
Sorry I can not be there Tuesday...
Frank & Tim, thanks for making me feel welcome !
Indiana Russ
Russ Bauer
Russ' Barn & Grille (a gathering place)
Home of The '06, '07 & '09 Indiana Patriot Guard Rally
www.barnbunch.com Site of all things biker
cgbrocksmith User is Offline
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Quincy, IL - "Defend Those Who Defended Us"
27 Feb 2007 6:04 PM Alert 
Super team effort in Edwardsville today. This should be the text book on mission preparation, honor and respect. Thanks to all the riders that came today to honor Ryan and his family.


MIAP Central US Operations Coordinator


"To Care For Him Who Shall Have Borne The Battle" - Abraham Lincoln



President Abraham Lincoln stated in the Gettysburg Address:



"From these honored dead we take increased devotion to

that cause for which they here gave the last full measure of devotion - that we
here highly resolve that these dead shall not have died in vain."



Dying for Freedom isn't the worst that could
happen...BEING FORGOTTEN IS!



Respect and truth, not law, counters the obnoxious!

 
franksam User is Offline
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Christopher, IL Senior Ride Captain
27 Feb 2007 8:26 PM Alert 
MISSION COMPLETE - RIDE CAPTAIN REPORT

Today was an incredible day, and you made an incredible impact on a grieving family and community. THANKS PGR !!!!

We had 43 bikes and 55 total people signed in for this ride. Thanks to all of you who rode in the cold cold early morning hours to arrive early for the staging. I learned that PGR is always early !!!

Thanks to Arne and Jim and Roni for leading the PGR to SIUE while Lloyd and I went to the funeral home. We were escorted to SIUE with six ISP Motorcycle officers who continued onto Jefferson Barracks after the funeral.

Staging at SIUE went very smoothly, and the ride was very safe. It is always an amazing sight to see all the big flag bikes going down the interstate.

The community was rallied together for this event by a local business woman, and she did a GREAT job. Edwardsville truly showed its support for this family.

At Jefferson Barracks, we participated in the burial of Ryan at the gravesite. PGR completely surrounded the family with flags at this point...eyes were NOT dry !!!!

There were riders from Illinois, Missouri, and Indiana between both days. THANK YOU for your dedication and support. I also appreciate the guidance and counsel shared with me during my first Ride Captain mission. Several Ride and Road Captains were present on both days...from various states...and your input was valuable for an even better mission.

Sorry to the guys from Herrin and deep south...my posting about plans changing didn't make it to the top of the thread. That is just one of the things I learned on this Mission. Another thing I learned...bring extra flags. I have a nice spot on my crossover exhaust pipe where the flag "leaned" against it after parking. Luckily the VFW were present, and they graciously folded the flag for proper disposal later.

There were VFW, American Legion, and many other supporters present at the funeral at SIUE. The students and press were extremely courteous and respectful. Every press member respected the family's wishes for no interviews as they approached PGR. Several times I simply said "The family has requested there be no interviews. We are here for the family. Please respect their wishes." EVERY SINGLE REPORTER showed great respect and understanding...a nice change.

Special thanks to the all the soldiers in attendance taking care of Ryan and his family; the Edwardsville Police Department and Chief Bopp and Lt. Mills; Mike Weber, Ed Rodney and Joe Kalmer of Weber and Rodney Funeral Home; Carol Stolze for her assistance in rallying the community; and PGR members (please forgive me if I don't remember everyone) Chris Brocksmith, Jim and Roni Storck; ARNE and Arne Jr; Ken Brumley for holding the Army flag; Parachute for holding the big American flag at the funeral home; Russ Bauer from IN; new and "seasoned" PGR members; and Lloyd Zacheis for his friendship and dedication to PGR.

God Bless each and every one of you. And may God provide comfort to the grieving family and friends, and may God provide courage and strength and wisdom to Ryan's fellow soldiers who are fighting for our freedoms!!!!!
So. IL PGR Senior Ride Captain / CMA member / www.soilme.com

Joshua 1:9 - "Have not I commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go."

Psalms 27:14 - "Wait on the LORD; Be of good courage, and He will strengthen your heart;"
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