MNHeritagePatriot 
Posts: 211
Worthington Ride Captain - Pipestone, MN
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| 07 May 2007 8:57 AM |
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WORTHINGTON MN SECTOR STAGING INFORMATION - for Weds May 9, 2007
There will be two stagings for the Worthington sector. One from the east and one from the west:
FROM THE WEST:
I will be leading this staging:
8:45 AM - stage at Casey's in Pipestone - intersection of Hwys 75 and 30 across from McDonalds.
9:00 AM - leave Pipestone
9:30 AM - arrive Luverne - stage at Shell gas station just north of I-90 exit 12 on east side of Hwy
75 just north of McDonalds.
9:45 AM - depart for Worthington west on I-90
10:15 AM- arrive Worthington - stage at Shell truck stop on Hwy 60 - exit 45 off I-90.
Truck stop is on the west side of Hwy 60 just south of I-90.
Join up with Marshall sector riders.
10:30 AM - depart Worthington for Storm Lake
12:15 PM - arrive Hy-Vee Parking Lot - 1250 Lake Ave - Storm Lake
12:45 PM - Mission Briefing
FROM THE EAST:
Ken Delano will be coming from Albert Lea and will stop for a staging in Jackson.
Staging will be located at the I-90/ Hwy 71 exit (Exit 73).
Truckstop just north of I-90 on the west side of Hwy 71.
Kickstands up with full tank of fuel at 10:45 AM.
From Jackson, Ken and his group will proceed south to Storm Lake - arrive at approximately noon.
The current forecast for Weds is for sunny skies and temps in the mid to upper 70's with a chance of afternoon thunderstorms. Please dress appropriately for the weather.
We will be traveling at posted speeds in group formation. If you are uncomfortable with group riding feel free to fall behind or ride alone - safety is our #1 concern.
Bring a 3' x 5' flag, food and water. We must be self sufficient.
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Paul Ramsbey
Worthington Ride Captain
Son of Korean War Vet
Past Commander of SAL Post 14, Flora IL
Eternally grateful to our men and women who serve ... may we never forget nor underestimate the selfless dedication and sacrifices of our true Amercan Heroes! |
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Three Wheeler
Posts: 2168
Pender NE
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| 07 May 2007 9:32 AM |
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| Our Prayers and Condolances go out to the flamily and friends of Pfc. Brain A Botello. My God Watch over you. A True A merican Hero. You Will Not Be Forgotten |
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Freedom Is Not Free,But It Is Worth Fighting For
Ed the hillbilly
USAF 1968/1973
Vietnam/Korea
American legion Life Member
VFW Life Member
PGR #75603
ALR Post 16
VROC #22499
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Keystone
Posts: 78
Albert Lea, MN
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| 07 May 2007 9:41 AM |
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| I'll be leaving from Bergdale HD in Albert Lea at 9am. Will stop at the Truck stop at exit 73 on the north side of l90. Will leave from there at 10:45 am. Head south on US71 to the staging area in Storm Lake. |
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Keystone
Albert Lea, MN
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trident_t150
Posts: 715
Marshall Sector Ride Captain, Minnesota
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| 07 May 2007 10:06 AM |
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| Marshall sector (MN) leaving from Perkins/Hyvee promptly at 9:00 am on Wed, to hook up at Worthington at 10:15, and proceed to Storm Lake. |
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Avatar picture taken at Hector, Mn., Municipal Airport, where a T33 was erected in memory of my first cousin and best friend, Capt Robert C. Swanson, USAF, who died in service to his country in 1978, and in whose memory I ride with the PGR, to honor all who have served our nation.
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DRMUDD
Posts: 33
WARRENSBURG, MO
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| 07 May 2007 12:18 PM |
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My condolences and prayers go out to the family and freinds of Pfc. Botello. I wish to thank you for your service to our great nation and may God welcome you with open arms.
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DAVE MUDD...PATRIOT GUARD RIDER #61849
ALR POST 131 DIRECTOR, SAL SQUADRON 131 COMMANDER
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BZ_Matsky
Posts: 282
Des Moines, IA
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| 07 May 2007 12:41 PM |
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| Anyone interested in riding up from the Des Moines area on Wednesday, I plan to leave from the Amoco BP gas station at Hwy. 141 and NW 54th Ave, just north of the I-80/I-35 exit for Hwy. 141 (a.k.a. the "Rider" corner), with KSU at 9:00 am. I plan to take Hwy. 141 to Hwy. 71 (near Dedham), then 71 north to Storm Lake. |
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Steve "BZ" Matchinsky
Central Iowa RC
PGR of Iowa BoD
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"The probability that we may fall in the struggle ought not to deter us from the support of a cause we believe to be just; it shall not deter me."
Abraham Lincoln - December 26, 1839
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vroc9494
Posts: 55
Ankeny, IA
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| 07 May 2007 12:55 PM |
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My thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends, and service members of PFC Botello. It is never easy, but from what I have heard, it really enjoyed what he did. I will be unable to attend, but I will be there in spirit. Brian, you have been releived, we have the watch.
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Carl B. Frank
USN(RET)
Ankeny, IA
VRA 1-36-52A-1500E
VROC 9494
American Legion Rider (Iowa)
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Turg
Posts: 37
SE MN
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| 07 May 2007 1:02 PM |
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First and foremost my sincere condolences and prayers go out to the family and friends of Pfc. Botello.
ROCHESTER and SE MN Sector:
Staging BP station west side of I-90, Dexter, MN exit 193 at 7:30 am, leaving 7:50 am, head to Bergdale HD Albert Lea to meet up with Keystone (Ken) to proceed west at 9:00 am.
Thanks for doing the right thing.
Greg (Turg) Turgeon
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SuperX
Posts: 19
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| 07 May 2007 1:52 PM |
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My condolences to the family and friends of Pfc Botello. May God bless you with his memory and comfort you in this time of deep sorrow.
Standing by in Luverne.
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Raza51
Posts: 152
Wildwood, Mo
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| 07 May 2007 4:04 PM |
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| My condolences to this soldiers family...thank you for your service...God Bless. |
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Chico & Karen
Retired from DoD
Nam 72-73
Proud Father of Capt Carlos"Mijo" Caldera
Sgt Tina Caldera (Mijo's Wife)
Al Saad
They have returned.....
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greyline
Posts: 323
Bellevue, NE
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| 07 May 2007 4:08 PM |
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| Guys, hate to admit it but I am just a bit confused. Are we assembling at the Old Wal Mart parking lot at noon, or the Hy Vee parking lot at noon? Please clarify. Thanx. |
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Tommy Thompson
USA, Retired
MACV '65-'66
"Where Valkyries gather you will find the warrior hero. Their rally cry "Never Again" rings like a clarion throughout all of Valhalla. Ride proudly brothers and sisters...the cause is noble. And truly you are as angels on the wind." |
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gusotto
Posts: 11
Peosta, Iowa
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| 07 May 2007 4:21 PM |
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My deepest sypathy to the family of PFC Botello. The loss of another too young person with so much to give.
I'll be there on Wednesday. Leaving from Dubuque, early Wed. morning.
If others are riding from the area, I'd be willing to ride along.
Another sad journey for a fallen soldier.
Gary Johnson
USN
DD-857
1964-1967
STG3
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Moonshot_1
Posts: 665
Cherokee, Iowa
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| 07 May 2007 6:02 PM |
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Posted By greyline on 07 May 2007 4:08 PM
Guys, hate to admit it but I am just a bit confused. Are we assembling at the Old Wal Mart parking lot at noon, or the Hy Vee parking lot at noon? Please clarify. Thanx.
The old Walmart parking lot and the Hy-Vee parking lot are one in the same.
The buildings are side by side with the old Walmart being currently empty. |
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Mike Luken
Cherokee, Iowa
Iowa HOTH Coordinator
Iowa Ride Captain
The best leaders inspire by example. When that's not an option, brute intimidation works pretty well, too.
RIDE SMART AND RIDE SAFE! |
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doublem
Posts: 79
Marathon, IA
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| 07 May 2007 7:01 PM |
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URGENT - SHORT NOTICE
The location of the Tuesday night visitation has changed from the funeral home to the Summit Evangelical Free Church in Alta, the times remain the same.
Thank you
Mark D. Miller
NW IA Ride Capt.
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sturgisace54321
Posts: 11
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| 07 May 2007 9:25 PM |
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| Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of fallen hero PFC Botello. May we never forget this brave young defender of our freedom; and may God bless Brian and all. Richard and Sandra - Buffalo MN. |
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Dragonnnnn
Posts: 0
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| 08 May 2007 10:11 AM |
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Arkansas will handle the final arrangements on this mission.
Pfc. Brian A. Botello will be flown into Drake Field, 4500 S School St in Fayetteville Arkansas at 1:30 PM on Thursday, May 10. PGR will have a flag line in place and will escort Pfc. Brian A. Botello to Nelson Berna Funeral Home, 4520 N Crossover Road in Fayetteville, AR. We will stage in the Drake Field main parking lot at 12:00 PM, with mission briefing at 1 PM. Try to be there by noon, since arrival times can fluctuate and a 1:30 arrival is projected.
On Friday, May 11, we will conduct a flagline during visitation at Nelson Berna Funeral Home from 9-10:30 AM, then escort Pfc. Brian A. Botello to the Fayetteville National Cemetery, 700 S Government AVE, Fayetteville Arkansas for burial. Staging time for this portion of the mission will be at 8:30 AM on Friday at Nelson Berna Funeral Home.
It will be my honor to stand for Pfc. Brian A. Botello
Don Horton will be the Ride Captain for the Arkansas portion of this mission. |
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oldiron6
Posts: 0
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| 08 May 2007 11:28 AM |
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Moonshot_1
Posts: 665
Cherokee, Iowa
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| 08 May 2007 12:08 PM |
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ADVISORY-Please note:
The location of the HyVee staging area on the posted map is incorrect. HyVee is 5 blocks to the north of the indicated area on the posted map on Hwy 71/Lake Ave. and is on the west side of the road. Address is 1250 Lake Ave.
Look for the Burger King on Hwy. 71. The Hy-vee/Old Walmart parking lot is behind it.
The other locations indicated are correct. |
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Mike Luken
Cherokee, Iowa
Iowa HOTH Coordinator
Iowa Ride Captain
The best leaders inspire by example. When that's not an option, brute intimidation works pretty well, too.
RIDE SMART AND RIDE SAFE! |
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allsthrnlady
Posts: 1447
Gravette, Arkansas - NW AR Mission Support Coordinator
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| 08 May 2007 12:39 PM |
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Deepest condolences to family and friends of Pfc. Brian Botello. My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of your loss. May God comfort you.
Brian....Thank you for the ultimate sacrifice made in serving our country. You will not be forgotten. May you rest in peace.
I will be able to stand and honor this young hero when he arrives at Drake Field on the 10th and escort him to Nelson Funeral Home in Fayetteville. Unfortunately, work prevents me from being there Friday the 11th, but I will be there in spirit.
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Mary Ann Putman
NW Arkansas Mission Support Coordinator
PGR Member # 54583
479-787-0121
allsthrnlady@yahoo.com
Riding in honor of:
Great Great Grandfather (1830-1901)....Civil War Veteran in Union Army, Co I, 43 MO Inf., Reverend James Paris Long;
Grandfather....World War I Army Vet, Paris Leonard Long (1892-1964), WIA and carried bullet 1/4 inch from heart the rest of his life;
Great Uncle....Joseph V. Long (1899-1978) Army Pvt. WWI;
Uncle....World War II Army Vet, Ivan Eugene Long (1921-2002);
Uncle....Olen Richard Long (1923-1944), WWII Army Vet, 313th Regiment in the 79th division infantry, KIA in France;
Uncle....World War II Army Vet, Clifford Leon Long (1925-1979);
Father.... Korean War Vet Army Cpl. Munitions Handler for 21 Fox Co., 24th Div, Charles Earl Wilson (1928-2006);
Uncle....Ret. Naval Warrant Officer Buford "Al" Long (1929-2005);
Uncle....William "Billy" Monroe Long (1931-1950), PFC Light Weapons Infantryman, Hdq. Co. 19th Reg., 2nd Div. Korean War Vet, KIA in South Korea;
High School Friend....Gary Lynn Dent (1950-1971), Army, PFC, Accidental Homicide Ground Casualty, Quang Tin, South Vietnam;
NW AR PGR Ride Captain....Don "Dragonnnnn" Horton (1963-2008). |
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jhulsizer
Posts: 650
Arkansas State Chaplain/Central Ark Ride Captain Jacksonville, AR
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| 08 May 2007 4:55 PM |
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| My heart goes out for the family of this true American hero. John 15:13 (NKJV) says, "Greater love has no one than this, than to lay down one’s life for his friends." The sacrifice of this patriot is valued greatly. My gratitude and my sympathy rests with you. May the gratitude of true Americans and the comfort of the Holy Spirit of God comfort you during this time. God bless you.
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Jeff "HULK" Hulsizer
NUMQUAM LAXO
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Riding in Memory of PFC J.L. Lentz. 2nd Bat. Infantry, U.S. Army, KIA--Italy, WWII, Great Uncle, SFC Bob "Popsy" Hurst, and Herman "Shorty" Hagerman, WWII Navy Veteran,
and in Honor of SSgt. James W. Hulsizer, 101st Signal Battalion, U.S. Army, Father,
and all those who have served and are serving.
hulk@patriotguard.org
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Ladyrider06
Posts: 1094
Springdale Ark
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| 08 May 2007 9:24 PM |
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| To the family and friends of Brian, may God confort you in this time of sorrow. Thank You, Brian for your ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. I will be standing in the flag line to honor you Thursday and Friday. |
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doublem
Posts: 79
Marathon, IA
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| 08 May 2007 10:25 PM |
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Attention Arkansas PGR
My hat is off to you, thank you from the bottom of our hearts here in NW IA for taking care of Briian, his family holds a special place in our hearts, as well as you do. The family told me how pleased they were that you are going to be there to take care of him.
Don, Thanks for calling.
I pray that our paths will cross so that I can meet you and all my brothers and sisters in Arkansas.
God Bless you and ride safe.
Mark D. Miller
NW IA Ride Capt. |
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hoghead_90
Posts: 14
St. James, Mn.
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| 08 May 2007 10:28 PM |
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| Greg and Ken,
I'll be departing St. James, Mn @ 0930. Going west on Hwy 60 to Windom and then south on Hwy 71 to meet up with ya in Jackson.
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snoopy1
Posts: 11
North Little Rock, AR
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| 09 May 2007 7:30 AM |
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| Our deepest sympathy to the family of Pfc. Betello. A true hero. Thank you Brian for your service to our country. Always remembered. |
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tbone
Posts: 73
spencer, iowa
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| 09 May 2007 8:33 AM |
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| My deepest sympathy to the family of Pfc. Betello. He is a true hero. I was on the flagline with my 18 year old son at the church last night and had the opportunity to meet the family. I was pleased that our presence made them happy. Also heard from the family that Arkansas PGR has the next part of the mission covered. Thank you all for helping honor this hero. |
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Proud PGR member #9130, ALR member Post 241
& American Legion Post 1
Riding In Memory of Scott Larsen - my 1st son 12-23-87
Riding In Memory of John Lamee - Sturgis 2005
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