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Zippy 
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Phoenix, AZ
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| 10 Sep 2007 9:20 PM |
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Greg, you have been an inspiration to all who have know you. I did not know, never had the privilege of meeting you but we shared a few emails back and forth. Your family has always had a special place in my heart and I know there will be an empty place in it forever, but I think you also know that they will bond together with the help of their PGR brothers and sisters to say a final farewell. You will not be forgotten, you have touched too many lives for that to ever happen. Your legacy of love, respect, and kindness will be carried on.
Mike, Mom, Dad and family. Please know that I, like so many others who have posted are in shock, numbed as I read the news. Please know that you are in my heart and I pray you will all find the strength that you will need in these trying times as our Father welcomes Greg home to his loving arms. |
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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..."
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hotbikes
Posts: 12
Illinois
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| 10 Sep 2007 9:24 PM |
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I just got home from work and like so many others I am just in total shock. Greg was one of the first PGR members that I met. I don't even remember what mission it was but we had gathered at the truck stop in Princeton waiting to do a late night escort in to the Galesburg area. I remember thinking what a sincere and devoted guy he was. Later meetings only reinforced that thought.
My sincerest condolences go out to all of Gregs family and friends. What a tragic loss to everyone that knew him. I will keep all of you in my prayers.
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Mike Mower
Combat Veterans Motorcycle Assn
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PGRLabLuvr
Posts: 9238
Naples, FL
Senior Ride Captain
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| 10 Sep 2007 9:29 PM |
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I only had the priviledge to know Greg through emails, he was always very pleasant, friendly and fun to converse with. He is a true Patriot and a wonderful person.
To the Bowman Family, please know that a country mourns with you on this day. Please accept my deepest, heartfelt condolences on the loss of our PGR Brother.
Stand down, Greg, your mission is now complete. May you rest in Honored, 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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cocoakatie
Posts: 126
Oneida, IL
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| 10 Sep 2007 9:32 PM |
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We are still in shock over the news of losing our PGR family member and friend. The last time we saw Greg was the Stockton mission . We were blessed to have shared many missions with him. He always carried that big smile on his face, always extended a firm handshake as well as those big hugs. He will be deeply missed and will never be forgotten. We feel honored to have been able to have crossed paths with such a great man. Our hearts and prayers are with the entire Bowman family & friends.
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custer7thcav
Posts: 8882
Hillsboro, Ohio
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| 10 Sep 2007 9:46 PM |
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| I am deeply saddened by the death of Greg Bowman. I had not had the privilege of knowing him, but reading these posts truly shows what a good man he was. My deepest sympathy to the family and all of his many, many friends. God bless you, sir. Rest in peace. |
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custer7thcav
In honor and memory of
Sgt. Bill L. Mullins, 1/7 Cav, Vietnam '65-'66
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phaedrus1977
Posts: 62
Kickapoo, IL
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| 10 Sep 2007 9:51 PM |
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| I'm still in a bit of disbelief - my jaw dropped when I first read the e-mail. Greg was one of the first people we met last year when we joined with the PGR. It was a true pleasure meeting him and his family. My wife and I enjoyed talking to his parents at a particularly long wait for an escort coming through Princeton, and were struck by how much that family has already been through, and how strong they seemed in their love for each other. Our thoughts and respect go out to Greg's memory and to his loved ones. We'll stand the flag line with all of those who felt a sense of brotherhood with Greg. |
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THE YOUNG DEAD SOLDIERS DO NOT SPEAK
Nevertheless they are heard in the still houses: who has not heard them?
They have a silence that speaks for them at night and when the clock counts.
They say, We were young. We have died. Remember us.
They say, We have done what we could but until it is finished it is not done.
They say, We have given our lives but until it is finished no one can know what our lives gave.
They say, Our deaths are not ours: they are yours: they will mean what you make them.
They say, Whether our lives and our deaths were for peace and a new hope or for nothing we cannot say: it is you who must say this.
They say, We leave you our deaths: give them their meaning: given them an end to the war and a true peace: give them a victory that ends the war and a peace afterwards: give them their meaning.
We were young, they say. We have died. Remember us.
-Archibald MacLeish
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Greg Cote
Son of an Airman, Father of a Soldier
Melinda Cote
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adccop
Posts: 2799
Tonopah, Arizona
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| 10 Sep 2007 9:54 PM |
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To the family and friends of Senior PGR Ride Captain, Greg Bowman I offer my condolences and deepest sympathy for your loss.
To Greg, Stand Down your mission on this earth is complete. Those that preceded you, especially those you rode in Honor of are now preparing your place of Honor among Them. Ride with the wind and the Angels and may you forever Rest in Peace. Pegs Down for a PGR Brother and Patriot.
To our PGR Brothers and Sisters in Illinois condolences for your loss of a Brother Patriot ride safe and proud while honoring this Brother and Patriot.
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adccop
Viet Nam 67-69
Riding in Memory of My Hero Natalie
"It's Never Too Late To Say Welcome Home"
One more in the mission to ensure that our Warriors know they are supported and Never Again treated with disdain.
Have Flag Will Travel! |
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franksam
Posts: 55
Christopher, IL Senior Ride Captain
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| 10 Sep 2007 9:57 PM |
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Although I never had the honor of meeting Greg, his legacy is clearly profound and written in stone.
May our Heavenly Father provide peace that passeth understanding, comfort, courage, strength, and wisdom to all the Bowmans, their friends, and PGR during this time of loss. |
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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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sarge1882
Posts: 13
Shabbona, Illinois
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| 10 Sep 2007 9:59 PM |
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| Cowboy said it. This gives us an "empty feeling". While I did not know Greg, I have made a new friend in Mike and my heart aches for he and the rest of the Bowman family. My prayers will include them and all those in the Patriot Guard family that where close and feel the pain. |
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WallyBax
Posts: 17
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| 10 Sep 2007 10:17 PM |
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After the shock, disbelief and anger have had their way, we're left with the good memories of Greg. The escorts, the flag lines, and the encouragement he gave all of us as we tried to do our part to show comfort and support to the families of fallen heroes.
Time will heal many of these bad feelings, but time will never erase our memories of the outstanding gentleman that was Greg Bowman.
To all the Bowman family, you are held in our prayers that peace and comfort will allow you to get through these days. We stand ready to stand with all of you.
God bless you all abundantly.
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mregan
Posts: 83
PEORIA, IL
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| 10 Sep 2007 10:28 PM |
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I plan on leaving Peoria @ 8:54 on Saturday morning. Any one else heading to Princeton through Peoria?
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"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."
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harleyriderone
Posts: 204
Rapid River, MI and Lake Worth, FL.
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| 10 Sep 2007 11:42 PM |
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| We often hear "No Boundaries". I never knew Greg, yet feel connected to him through Oscar, Jon and Bogie, and all the N. IL PGR members who spent last Saturday on the Welcome Home escort mission for Bobby LaMarche from IL to MI. It was a beautiful day for Bobby because of you fine IL & WI riders. From that high peak, and now to the low valley of sadness, Greg's death hits home even to those of us who didn't meet him. Brother Greg, may the angels lead you into paradise...I salute you with humility and the greatest respect. The testimony of those who worked with you conveys unanimous admiration. God's Peace be with all the Bowman family. |
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Al & Dolly Salmi
Lake Worth FL & Rapid River MI
R/C - Central U.P. of MI
"Always Riding With Respect" - In honor of our Air Force pilot son, Capt. Brad and Army son Major Mike....BOTH Iraqi War Veterans.
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swity
Posts: 29
East Central Illinois, Bismarck
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| 11 Sep 2007 12:07 AM |
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| My thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of Greg. I am very sorry for your loss. |
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Dave "swity" Switzer
The cost for freedom comes at a very high price. |
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wwr2
Posts: 109
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| 11 Sep 2007 12:08 AM |
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God Bless and Hold the Bowman family close.
My thoughts and prayers to family and friends
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RAYHOG2
Posts: 710
MARTINSVILLE, IN.
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| 11 Sep 2007 12:39 AM |
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My deepest most sincere condolences to Gregs family. I can add nothing that has not already been said. I did not know Greg but I do know that the PGR has suffered a terrible loss.
I regret that I did not get an opporunity to meet with him or even email with him.
I would be honored to be there for him at this time but am commited to two other missions here on both days of his service.
I will say prayers for his family. May they be enlighten to know that Greg is now riding with GOD.
May HE watch over his family and hold Greg in HIS loving arms for eternity.
GOD BLESS you all.
Rayhog
In. R/C
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Rayhog2
Professional FireFighter and ARSON INVESTIGATOR (ret)
Riding with PGR pride, honor and respect in memory of my Father, John C. Grieves, Lacon, IL. USCG, WWII, 1941/1945 and a friend, USAF SSGT Billie "SAM" Roth. Lacon, IL. Abandoned in SVN 27June65. He still waits to come home.
Standing at the ready to honor our HEROS of today, yesterday and tomorrow. Any time, Any where because IT'S THE RIGHT THING TO DO. MISSION FIRST.
LIVE EVERYDAY AS IF IT WERE YOUR LAST ONE. IT COULD VERY WELL BE.
IT IS FAR BETTER TO DIE ON YOUR FEET THAN TO LIVE ON YOUR KNEES.
In the words of President Teddy Roosevelt, "We have room for but one flag, the American flag... We have room for but one language here, and that is the English language... and we have room for but one sole loyalty and that is a loyalty to the American people." 1907
This is still valid today.
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96flgeez
Posts: 54
Fairfax County, VA / Pittsboro, IN
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| 11 Sep 2007 12:59 AM |
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| Greg, you never knew me nor I knew you, but I know men and women like you. A smile and a kind word, a deed unnoticed by many, yet so needed by a few at a time of loss. These are things that define character, our real spine of life. I thank you for what you have given and hope that I can offer like value to those I meet in their time of need.
Dave Price VA PGR / ANC RC Team
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There are few words that console, and none that replace.
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PIA2
Posts: 36
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| 11 Sep 2007 1:54 AM |
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| My condolences to the family of Greg Bowman. While I have only been a PGR member for a short time and have not - to the best of my recollection - had any contact with him, I know that Greg's heart, like every other PGR member's, was pure and that he lived his life positively. It will be my honor to stand for him. |
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bsdbluz
Posts: 124
Seattle, WA
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| 11 Sep 2007 2:30 AM |
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| To the family and many friends of Greg Bowman, my heartfelt condolences and prayers go with you all. |
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Drew "BSDBluz" Berendts
PGR National Web Administrator
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Old Coastie
Posts: 367
Wayne, Illinois
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| 11 Sep 2007 2:39 AM |
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There's a beautiful mountain road just south of Ulundi, South Africa that I drive over twice a week. Each time I do I remember the last time I was home, riding through the hills of southern Wisconsin with a group of good friends on a ride planned and led by Greg. I will always remember that ride, the countless hours standing with him in flag lines, his smile, his friendship, his love for his family, and his dedication to the PGR.
Rest my brother, and know that hundreds of us will be watching over your family.
Respectfully,
John
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Reaps
Posts: 1470
Idleyld Park,Oregon BoD VP-Director of Captains
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| 11 Sep 2007 3:46 AM |
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My deepest condolences to the family and friends of Greg Bowman.
You may have traded your maroon hat for a pair of wings, but I bet you still hold your flag proudly for others as they enter.
Until we meet, watch over all of us and know that you are in all of our hearts.
May you forever Rest in Peace.
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~Your right to desecrate our nations flag is protected by law....may that knowledge give you great comfort while you are healing~
~Abraham Lincoln: "Congressmen who willfully take actions during wartime that damage morale and undermine the military are saboteurs and should be arrested, exiled or hanged."~
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Jackstopp
Posts: 1357
Chesapeake, Virginia
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| 11 Sep 2007 4:18 AM |
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| My deepest condolences to Greg's family and friends. We are all diminished by the loss of our PGR Brother. RIDE SAFE ALL, JACK |
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Let all things be done decently and in order. 1 Cor. 14:40
USAF Air Weather Service (MAC) 68-72
Tan Son Nhut AB and Phan Rang AB, RVN '71
American Legion Riders, Post #216, Milford, Michigan
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cortalan
Posts: 6
viola illinois
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| 11 Sep 2007 6:32 AM |
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I feel just awful about this. I only met Greg a time or two - but when I heard his name - I had NO problem remembering exactly who he was. He had a way of really standing out in a crowd, and although I really didn't know him - I feel empty inside this morning.
My deepest condolences to his family, and his close friends in the PGR. |
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tammybee
Posts: 2
Lanark, IL
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| 11 Sep 2007 6:45 AM |
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Our condolances to the family and th all th PGR's who had the fortune to ride and know Greg and his family. A special man he was. From the folks in NW Illinois.
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PDDGM
Posts: 1593
Member #3599
US Navy 68-72
Assistant State Capt.
Sen Mo Ride Capt
Area Development
Dixon, MO
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| 11 Sep 2007 6:50 AM |
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We send our condolences and prayers to Greg's family and friends. The PGR has lost a friend and leader. His absence will be felt for a long time.
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Everyone has a responsibility to not only tolerate another person's
point of view, but also to accept it eagerly as a challenge to your
own understanding. And express those challenges in terms of serving
other people." Arlo Guthrie, American Artist
Riding in Support of IT1 Joseph T. Smith and the crew of the USS Chosin CG 65
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MaD MiKe
Posts: 94
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| 11 Sep 2007 6:51 AM |
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My deepest condolences to the family and friends of such a caring, dedicated and noble man..
He will be sadly missed.. |
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