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| 22 Feb 2007 6:35 PM |
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I am leaving NY on Feb 23rd, I should arrive in FL on teh 24th, I will be bringing a friend of mine to this as his first mission. my email address is jchartier2@hotmail.com, if someone could add me to their updates, I would greatly appreciate this.
To the family May Gods give you the strength to know that your lose is felt by many who never knew your son PFC Branden Cummings, he will never be forgotten by many.
humbled by one Soldiers Greatness
John "digits" Chartier
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stickwelder
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Tallahassee Fl
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| 23 Feb 2007 6:36 AM |
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Sincere condolences to the family and friends of this American Hero
Thank you for your sacrifice for our country. You will not be forgotten.
Standing by in Tallahassee
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slow bull
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Gainesville, Georgia
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| 23 Feb 2007 9:24 AM |
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| To the family and many friends of Pfc. Cummings. My family and I offer or condolences. Branden,s ultimate sacrifice hits very close to home. My son, Capt. Scott Glidden, will be deploying to Ba Qubah in late April to serve with the 1st Cav. We lived in Cocoa for 23 years and return to the area once or twice a year to visit our friends. Cocoa is our home. I will do all that is possible to be there to stand and honor this patriot. To Branden, thank you for having the courage and strength to stand for us. You will never, ever be forgotten. |
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Georgia Assistant State Captain
Georgia Ride Captain
Vietnam Veteran
Army Security Agency
Dad of U.S. Army Captain Scott Glidden
Honor is only entrusted to the deserving, it is continuously earned over a lifetime, respected and accepted by only those who understand it.
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Impact883
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| 23 Feb 2007 3:26 PM |
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| My prayers are with the family and friends of Pfc. Cummings. I don't get the opportunity to stand in honor of our fallen service members too often due to my work hours, I usually work the weekends, but it looks like I'm in for this one. Standing by in St. Augustine. |
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Zippy
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Phoenix, AZ
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| 23 Feb 2007 4:57 PM |
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| Final itinerary poste. |
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Diane "Zippy" Anderson
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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beerguru
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Cape Coral, Fl.
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| 23 Feb 2007 7:15 PM |
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| Standing gaurd in Cape Coral... Gods speed Pfc. Cummings............... |
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OLD-Cop
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| 24 Feb 2007 5:33 AM |
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| With regard to the Flag Line on Monday 02/26/07 for PFC Branden C. Cummings Mission. Staging is the same location as the Service Tuesday. I will be there at 5:45 pm. It does not matter what you ride, cage are bike. Support for this Hero is what we need. |
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mhriciso
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| 24 Feb 2007 5:48 AM |
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prayers going out for Pfc.Branden C. Cummings and his family and loved ones.
i'll be there tuesday and i'll have to see if work schedual permits for monday night.
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mmsam
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Beverly Hills,Fl.
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| 24 Feb 2007 6:50 PM |
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| I'm going over the night before, To long of a ride to wait until that mourning. Already booked a room. I'M THERE !! |
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musicmantou
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Huntsville Al
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| 25 Feb 2007 7:29 AM |
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Leaving Huntsville, Al Monday morning to stand for this great american hero PFC Cummings tuesday.
If you would like to hook up on the way down call cell 256 527 2271
Will then proceed to Naples, Fl for another mission on Wenesday
To the family of these heros we owe a debt of grattitude
Let's Roll brothers and sisters
Joel Mullins Huntsville, Al
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pulpwood
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Jacksonville, FL
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| 25 Feb 2007 8:13 AM |
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| I am leaving Jacksonville at 5:45 AM Tues, going on I-95. |
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Whistler
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Boynton Beach, Florida
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sivad1016
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Orlando
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| 26 Feb 2007 6:47 AM |
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I will be there tonight. leaving from east orlando (colonial & 419) 5 pm. let me know if any wants to meet up.
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quinnjim
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St. Augustine, Florida
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| 26 Feb 2007 9:28 AM |
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| Greetings from St. Augustine:
I'll be getting gas at the Hess station and food at the Waffle House on I-95 at exit 298 (I-95 and U.S. 1).
I'll be gassed ready to hit the road by 6:15 AM.
Call if you wish at 904-814-6224.
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Impact883
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| 26 Feb 2007 1:28 PM |
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| Jim, I will meet up with you and ride with you if you don't mind the company. I'll take in some breakfast at the Waffle House also...I'll be there at about 5:30 a.m. |
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OLD-Cop
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| 27 Feb 2007 4:26 AM |
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| Monday, 02/26/07 RIDE REPORT: Upon arrival at the funeral home I met Mr. Charles Cummings. He shared with me the following as he stated. "Tell the people you love that you love them and then hug them." "When you see military persons in uniform please thank them for their service." Mr. Cummings also stated that his heart is heavy for the loss of the three soldiers that were trying to assist his son. Just before the flag line was sent we had a short briefing and prayer. I was amazed by the count over 43 members there for the three hour mission. I believe there were over twenty bikes and several cages. Sean Post brought along blind biker. There were members from all over Florida and members of the Vietnam Veterans of Brevard there. My hat is off to musicmantou (John Mullins), who drove straight through from Huntsville, Al., to show respect for this Fallen Hero and will continue on to Naples, Florida to attend another mission on Wednesday. Thank you Patriot Guard Riders. During the flag line Mr. Charles Cummings made sure that he walked that line and thanked every person there and gave each a firm hand shake. |
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FairlaneDA
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Cocoa, FL.
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| 27 Feb 2007 4:09 PM |
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| To say the least it was very gut wrenching when the Father came by and talked to each one of us on Friday night. Tuesday was unbeliveable with over 150 riders there in attendance. What a great showing of colors. |
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Fred Custer
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| 27 Feb 2007 4:22 PM |
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A really great turn out today I was glad to see so many first timers looked like at least 20 or so. I just got home and see that Orange Park is now scheduled for tomorrow. I sure hope that you folks from the east side of Florida can make another good showing as a lot of folks are already committed to Naples. I also got to meet the Blind Biker there today thanks for your support. To John and Bobbie another great job. I'm afraid we don't tell you how much we appreciate ALL that you do. To all who came today thank you.
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Lowell
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| 27 Feb 2007 5:56 PM |
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Today we laid PFC Cummings to rest with the dignity and respect he deserved. We stood the line to honor his sacrifice. A tribute page has been published for him at http://pgr.defendersmctampa.org/cummings/index.html
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zeke99
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| 27 Feb 2007 8:00 PM |
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| very nice tribute to pfc cummings - well done as always lowell |
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johnden
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Deltona, FL
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| 28 Feb 2007 4:43 AM |
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| Another great job with the photos! I once again had the honor to stand for this hero with some of the greatest patriots in the world. |
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The patriot's blood is the seed of Freedom's tree. ~Thomas Campbell
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flaman2u
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Merritt Island, Fl Florida Ride Capt.
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monabelle
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| 28 Feb 2007 8:04 AM |
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| It was privilege to stand shoulder to shoulder with so many patriots and loyal, honorable Americans, as we paid respect to Pfc. Cummings and his loved ones. My prayers are with all. |
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We Hold these truths to be self-evident,that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their creator with certain unalienable rights, that among these are Life Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness.
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cutter56
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| 28 Feb 2007 8:20 AM |
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Did anyone catch the story on the news? I was so tired I crashed at around 9:00, someone at my office said they saw the story on TV.
It was an honor to stand with all of you. It was awesome to see so many of the Corrections officers there. I'm sure Charlie Cummings was overwhelmed.
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Swampfox
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| 28 Feb 2007 9:40 AM |
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Thanks to Sig22, Slowpoke and the rest of the leadership for another outstanding job in organizing and carrying out this mission. As usual, it was a very bittersweet time for me. First and foremost was the profound sadness at the loss of this fine American hero. The world around me started to get all blurry when taps was played. Contrasted with that was the opportunity to renew and make new friendships with my brothers and sisters of the PGR. It was immediately evident that our presence was very much appreciated by the family and friends of Pfc Cummings. Several times I was thanked for being there. In return I mumbled something to the effect that I/we were glad to do it, while inside my head I was thinking, "No, you have it all wrong. I should be thanking you for the honor and privelege of being allowed to be here to pay tribute to this fallen hero."
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"It's the Soldier, not the reporter,
Who has given us freedom of the press.
It's the Soldier, not the poet,
Who has given us freedom of speech.
It's the Soldier, not the campus organizer,
Who has given us freedom to demonstrate.
It's the Soldier, not the lawyer,
Who has given us the right to a fair trial.
And it's the Soldier who salutes the flag,
Who serves the flag,
Whose coffin is draped in the flag,
That allows the protester to burn the flag"
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