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RAYHOG2 
Posts: 710
MARTINSVILLE, IN.
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| 09 May 2007 9:10 AM |
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FREEDOM IS NOT FREE. IT IS WRITTEN IN THE BLOOD OF HEROS LIKE PFC. BRIAN BOTELLO.
Anything I could say has already been said here for this brave soldier. GOD BLESS him and may the ALMIGHTY give comfort to his family that his sacrifice was not in vain.
To his loving family, I say THANK YOU for giving this country such a fine brave HERO. Share the times you had with Brian. They are priceless.
Brian, you now stand tall in GODS HALL OF HEROS. Thank you, brave soldier. Thank you.
RAYHOG
I ride with pride with the PGR in memory of a friend, USAF SSGT Billie "SAM" Roth, Lacon, Il., abandoned in SVN 27June65. He still waits to come home.
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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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HippieBoy
Posts: 26
Sioux City, IA
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| 10 May 2007 7:48 AM |
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I had the honor of standing in the flagline both on Tuesday and Wednesday for SPC Botello. It was obvious that Brian made a very large impact in the town of Alta. God bless him, his family, and his friends in this time of sorrow -- he truly is a hero.
I have some photos of the mission at http://picasaweb.google.com/cradloff/070509PGRMissionInAlta -- the first eight or ten are of Tuesday, the rest are of Wednesday.
HippieBoy
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HippieBoy
PGR, ALR, VROC, IRCC
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TMR
Posts: 2995
Willow Springs IL
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| 10 May 2007 8:29 AM |
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Straight to heaven....
"There is no greater love", say the Lord, "than to lay down your life for a friend".
Thank you and God Bless you, Pfc Botello, for being willing to do just that.
'Rest easy, son, at the top of the stairs.'
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Turg
Posts: 37
SE MN
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| 10 May 2007 8:41 AM |
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It was an honor to stand with such great people in honor of a great American, rest in peace Pfc. Botello.
Running down I-90 in the early morning, all lost in our own thoughts, I notice 2 people standing on an overpass, my immediate concern was they were up to no good as they appeared to be struggling with something as we hurtled forward....it soon came clear as 2 American Flags were unfurled as we thundered on...thank you to whom ever you are...it took a few miles before I could see clearly again.....
Turg
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oesutton
Posts: 1354
Beebe, Arkansas
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| 10 May 2007 10:21 AM |
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My prayers and condolences go to the family and friends of Pfc. Brian A. Botello. May God grant you comfort during your time of loss.
Rest in the arms of the Lord soldier, your mission is complete.
It will be a privilage to honor you and your family, and escort you to your final resting place.
From Central Arkansas-
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Orval Sutton
AR State Communications Officer
oesutton@aol.com
Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. John 15:13
Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God. Matt. 5:9
"If we ever forget that we're One Nation Under God, then we will be a nation gone under" .... Ronald Reagan
Riding in Honor of:
Greg Sutton (Son) ANG 875th EN BN
Earl Sutton (Dad) 14 years Navy, 13 years Air Force Reserve, Retired
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lee375
Posts: 16
Blooming Prairie Minnesota
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| 10 May 2007 11:06 AM |
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| It was an Honor to stand in the Flag line for Spc. Botello.He will not be forgotten-RIP |
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DeltaC
Posts: 102
Hardwick, MN
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Dragonnnnn
Posts: 0
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| 10 May 2007 6:27 PM |
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Phase One of the Arkansas portion of this mission is complete.
We had 10 motorcycles, 2 cages, 18 PGR members in all, meet the plane in Fayetteville and provide escort to the funeral home. Thanks to Fayetteville PD for motorcycle escort. I asked LEO which way we were going to go since there were several options and they said, "Straight through the middle of town. This man deserves our respect." |
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Blueyes
Posts: 1
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| 10 May 2007 7:19 PM |
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Just wanted to say thank you to the 100 or so people, that allowed us to stand with them yesterday afternoon, and pay our respects to a young American SPC Brian Botello. For those of you we didn't meet, the wife and I are PGR Members from East Texas on a motorcycle trip in this area. When we saw that we were gong to be within a couple of hours of this mission, we decieded to try and make it, and were proud to be there to honor this young man. We were impressed by the number of bikes for a weekday afternoon that turned out for this mission. Would like to thank your state captain Charlie(Bear) Neill, who graciously welcomed us into your ranks as fellow PGR Members, as well as others that made us feel at home. Thanks to Ken Delano and the other guys we rode in with from Jackson, MN., appreciate their hospitality.
Glenda McGinty PGR Member
Louis McGinty PGR Member - Ride Captain East Texas Area |
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doublem
Posts: 79
Marathon, IA
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| 11 May 2007 12:41 AM |
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I have been blessed once again to ride with some of the finest people in the USA. The show of Honor and Respect for the family and our fallen hero never ceases to amaze me. My brothers and sisters from IA, MN, SD, NE and TX, let me tell you that it was an honor to be with you there.
Mark D. Miller
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charlesd
Posts: 341
Plattsmouth, NE
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| 11 May 2007 6:21 AM |
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Posted By Dragonnnnn on 10 May 2007 6:27 PM
Phase One of the Arkansas portion of this mission is complete.
We had 10 motorcycles, 2 cages, 18 PGR members in all, meet the plane in Fayetteville and provide escort to the funeral home. Thanks to Fayetteville PD for motorcycle escort. I asked LEO which way we were going to go since there were several options and they said, "Straight through the middle of town. This man deserves our respect." I'd like to thank the Arkansas Folks, and especially the officer who made the statement that is bolded above. Also, was impressed by the turnout in small town Alta. Was honored to have the opportunity to stand by with such a diverse crowd (states wise) and was really impressed by all the red hats from other states that stood the flag line for their Iowa brethren. Bottom line... good Job Gary... |
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Dave "DC" Charles
USAF 1981-2002
"Doesn't matter where/when you served, when you fall, we'll stand."
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MNHeritagePatriot
Posts: 212
Worthington Ride Captain - Pipestone, MN
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| 11 May 2007 8:01 AM |
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On behalf of the members of the Minnesota Patriot Guard who were able to stand Honor for Pfc Botello and his Family - I want to say Thank You to our brothers and sisters in Iowa for a very well run mission. It was our Honor to stand next to you to honor this Hero.
To the Family and Loved Ones of Pfc Botello - please know that even though we had to stand down after the funeral and go on our way - our Hearts and Prayers stay with you and we will never forget the sacrifice which Brian made for our Freedom.
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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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Bear_1953
Posts: 1145
Eldon, Iowa
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| 11 May 2007 7:36 PM |
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First and always foremost. My sincere condolences to the friends and family of Pfc. Brian A. Botello
What can I say but WOW!!! Patriotism is alive and well. For a small town rural Iowa, Alta showed it has a very big heart.
I would like to thank all of the Brothers and Sisters from beyond our borders. I hate that word in the PGR there is no borders yet there is, so figure that out. Anyway thank you very much to our friends in MN, SD, NE and we even had some from TX.
My fellow Iowa Brothers and Sisters thank you for all you do.
I would also like to thank the Arkansas Brothers & Sisters for their part in this mission.
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Charlie “Bear” Neill
State Captain Iowa Patriot Guard Riders
Bear_pgr@yahoo.com
{641} 652 – 7721 Home {641} 799 – 2881 Cell
Abate of Iowa district # 14
Officially adopted Illinois PGR
An original member of CP
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Bob Olds
Posts: 1035
Charleston,Arkansas
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| 11 May 2007 8:12 PM |
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| MISSION COMPLETED - - - -
PFC Brian Botello's service at the funeral home in Fayetteville,Arkansas was attended by a line of 20 flag holders of PGR and others citizens. PGR menbers from Little Rock/Jacksonville/Beebe area as well as NW Arkansas attended. After the service the procession was led by Fayetteville police dept. followed by PGR and other bikes. Two bikes with big flags in front of the hearse and two more big flag bikes following the hearse followed by the family,friends and others to the Fayetteville National Cemetery. A full military funeral contingent conducted the honors with bagpipes playing and a very good bugler rendering Taps.- - - Thanks to all who traveled so far and gave of their time and resources to honor this young hero. To his family and friends ; he will not be forgotten by all of us who are indebted to these heros who defend our nation and freedom. - -From Ride Captains Don Horton and Bob Olds ; We thank all (PGR and townspeople) who came to assist in honoring him. Thanks to PGR State Captain Gerald Gaines and the other Ride Captains for your attendance and help. |
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Bob Olds - - West AR Ride Capt.
Charleston,Arkansas
oldsfolks@aol.com
Christian Motorcyclists Assoc.
U.S.Navy 1951 - 1955 -- ME-3
Thanks Bob, jr. for 20 yrs. USN
PGR # 20202
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night*sky
Posts: 21
Rushmore MN
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| 13 May 2007 10:58 AM |
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It was my priviledge to stand for this hero in Alta on Wednesday. My most sincere condolences to Brian's family and friends. The sacrifice that he and you have made will not be forgotten. The link to some of the photos I took is here:
http://www.ducfarm.com/PGR/Botello/mission.html |
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lady_fyrkiller
Posts: 171
Everly, Iowa
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| 15 May 2007 12:13 AM |
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It was my honor and privledge to stand with my fellow PGR brothers and sisters to honor this fine young American Hero. I have posted some photos from Monday and Wednesday's PGR participation at:
http://new.photos.yahoo.com/tee_pgr_missions/album/576460762401359756
To Brian's Family, Thank you for allowing the PGR to participate. I will continue to keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
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Tara "Tee" Patrick
IA-Ride Captain & HOTH Assistant
Firefighter II & EMT-I
Proud mom of Christopher, US Army~ Home from his 4th tour in "the sand box"
Proud mom of CeeJay, US Navy Medical Corps ~Home from the sand box
Proud mom of Drew, (16) future military
“Freedom is not more than one generation away from extinction. We didn’t pass it to our children in the blood stream. It must be fought for, protected, and handed on for them to do the same, or one day we will spend our sunset years telling our children and grandchildren what it was once like in the United States where men were free.” Ronald Reagan
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McCrea070106
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| 11 Jan 2008 5:51 PM |
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I just returned from Iraq, i spent 2 years with botello in the army, same unit everytime
I cant get ahold of his mom anymore as she changed her phone number
he was basicly my brother in the army, i was in the hmvvw behind his every mission up to this day
can someone send me his resting place to my email as i will be going on leave soon
i want to visit my friend
my email is mccrea070106@msn.com
thank you
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