Tuxedo61 
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| 12 May 2006 10:53 AM |
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| Thanks for the details Mac. I'll be there bright and early, probably my wife also. Like I mentioned earlier, we are only 40 miles away, so if there is anything we can help with, just ask and we will do our best. |
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"With malice toward none; with charity for all; with firmness in the right, as God gives us to see the right, let us strive on to finish the work we are in; to bind up the nation's wounds; to care for him who shall have borne the battle, and for his widow and his orphan-to do all which may achieve and cherish a just and lasting peace among ourselves and with all nations."
- Abraham Lincoln
Second Inaugural Address March 4, 1865
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ItsButaDream55
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Anderson, Indiana
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| 12 May 2006 11:18 AM |
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| My thoughts and prayers are with the family and loved ones of this hero. May Sgt. Nathan J. Vacho Rest In Peace. Thank you for your service and sacrifice, you will not be forgotton. |
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SO NIGH IS GRANDEUR TO OUR DUST
SO NEAR IS GOD TO MAN
WHEN DUTY WHISPERS LOW,
THOU MUST!
THE YOUTH REPLIES, I CAN!
Ralph Waldo Emerson
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jackmroz
Posts: 29
Cental Wisconsin
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| 12 May 2006 11:27 AM |
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Ken and anyone else here in Central Wisconsin,
I will be on the ramp of Hwy 107, exit 156, for Hwy 29 at 7:45 a.m. on Tuesday waiting. This ramp/exit is around 12 miles west of Wausau, I-39/Hwy 51 for your info... Another thing, there is major road construction around the I-39/Hwy 29 intersection so drive very defensively. Expect delays and watch for people doing stupid things as they try to work their way through the construction area. My cell number is 715-573-5444 for your info.
If anyone else from this area wants to ride along let me know and we can make arrangements to meet in Mosinee someplace and then head up to Marathon City via CTH B.
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kmerrell
Posts: 16
Green Bay, WI
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| 12 May 2006 11:37 AM |
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I will be on the ramp of Hwy 107, exit 156, for Hwy 29 at 7:45 a.m. on Tuesday waiting.
Hi Jack, we will make a stop at that exit. |
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jackmroz
Posts: 29
Cental Wisconsin
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| 12 May 2006 11:39 AM |
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Okay Ken got it and looking forward to meeting up with you and your group.
Ride safe,
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gailprp
Posts: 43
Milwaukee, WI
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| 12 May 2006 11:39 AM |
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| I regret to report that I will be unable to personally deliver my final respects for this fallen hero. My thanks to those of you who are able to stand in my place. |
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Bill Schinner
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| 12 May 2006 12:01 PM |
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My condolences to the family of Sgt. Vacho, he is a hero deserving of the respect of all Americans.
I've never served in the military in any capacity but I feel that jioning the Patriot Guard and showing support and respect for these soldiers family's is the least I could do.
If anyone else is going up the day before as I am I have a friend in Bruce, WI (7mi west of Ladysmith) who owns a hotel and will give a discount to Guard members. Gateway Lodge 1-715-868-2015.
See you There
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whembrook
Posts: 148
Adams, Wisconsin
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| 12 May 2006 1:30 PM |
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Hi folks
I will be attending this sad mission from Adams - Friendship Area and will have at least two seats available if anyone needs a ride up to honor this American Hero. I also will have room to carry flags for Riding members. Wayne
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georgeallar
Posts: 59
Neenah, WI
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| 12 May 2006 1:37 PM |
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Jack & Ken,
I will be coming down from Merrill. See you some time around 7:45 AM. It will be good to meet up with you two, and who ever else is there. It will be nice to ride into Ladysmith as a group. My cell is 920-268-8317. |
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Gunny_B
Posts: 3
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| 12 May 2006 1:55 PM |
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| Might be a good spot for a gas up... |
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RetroDude
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| 12 May 2006 2:27 PM |
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Mission to Ladysmith - Lindstrom Staging Area
MISSION TO LADYSMITH
** Lindstrom Stage Area **
PLACE: We will gather at Wally Carlson & Sons BP station at 13261 St. Croix Ave. in the paved
lot immediately east of the station. The station is located on the south side of Highway 8, in Lindstrom,
between Broadway Street and Ackerson Street (about one block east of the Dairy Queen).
It's actually on the frontage road, but, easily seen from Highway 8. Fuel is available.
TIME: Tuesday, May 16. We will depart the staging area at 8:00 AM, sharp.
ROUTE: We will travel eastbound on Highway 8 straight into Ladysmith. Anyone wishing to
join us enroute is certainly welcome to do so!!
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dhunter
Posts: 23
Ramsey, MN
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| 12 May 2006 2:34 PM |
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Hey RetroDude:
Unless something comes up with work, etc., I'll be joining you Tuesday morning, from Ramsey. As it so happens, my Mom was born and raised in Weyehaueser, WI. We'll be going through there (and past the cemetery where all her family is buried) on the way. |
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Ole
Posts: 9
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| 12 May 2006 2:36 PM |
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RetroDude - What's your ETA to:
A) St. Croix Falls, WI
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B) Turtle Lake, WI
and how many bikes should I look for?
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PostCoastie
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| 12 May 2006 3:52 PM |
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This is my first mission. I've got a room booked but don't know what to bring, wear, etc. Any input is appreciated.
I'll be leaving the Milwaukee area around 12:00-13:00 on Monday if anyone else is attending.
Bob Hempeck
PostCoastie in Sussex
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rel
Posts: 161
Elk River Mn
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| 12 May 2006 4:21 PM |
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| RetoDude I"ll be there 730am, I am calling around to round up more. (rel) Russ Lowman in Elk River |
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rel
Posts: 161
Elk River Mn
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| 12 May 2006 4:25 PM |
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| Postcoastie, If you have a 3x5 flag on pole that whould be nice, and wear what you like, most on bikes will be in leather? (rel) Russ |
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hoss4468
Posts: 52
New Lisbon, WI
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| 12 May 2006 4:40 PM |
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| Will be attending..... |
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jimc
Posts: 3
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| 12 May 2006 5:48 PM |
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If anybody from the Twin Cities want to meet up with the Star Chapter. We will be meeting at the Mermaid in Moundsview hwy 10 and 35W . We will start meeting at 530 and Pull out to meet up in Lindstrom with the main group at about 630 Am.
We will have coffee and Doughnuts.
Hope to see some of you there.
God Bless and a Safe Ride for all!!!!
Jim Clark
A proud member of the PGR and also
President
Twin Cities 292
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hlange
Posts: 1004
NCR Captain, Bangor WI
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| 12 May 2006 6:26 PM |
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After looking at my mapping program I have changed the time that I will be at the Country Kitchen, I-94, Exit 143, in Tomah to 0630. I will be going up I-94 to HWY 27 and then north to Ladysmith. I will leave the Country Kitchen at around 0645. Anyone want to ride with?
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Henry A. Lange BTC(SW)(USN)(Ret)
"Remember that no matter how many missions you have been on, all that matters to the family is the one you are on today." Roert
"I can imagine no more rewarding a career. And any man who may be asked in this century what he did to make his life worthwhile, I think can respond with a good deal of pride and satisfaction:
"I served in the United States Navy""
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gwinslow
Posts: 538
Amboy, MN
Minnesota
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| 12 May 2006 8:40 PM |
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Mankato, MN Area PGR's
We will stage at Mankato Harley Davidson parking lot just off US 169 & US 14 at 4:45am. We MUST depart no later than 5:00am traveling North on US 169. At I-494 we will go ENE and follow that to I-35E and go North. Taking I-35E North to I-35 North and take that till it runs into US 8 East and take that East to Lindstrom arriving there at 7:45am where we meet up with the Lindstrom PGR MN Group.
** Lindstrom Stage Area **
PLACE: We will gather at Wally Carlson & Sons BP station at 13261 St. Croix Ave. in the paved lot immediately east of the station. The station is located on the south side of Highway 8, in Lindstrom, between Broadway Street and Ackerson Street (about one block east of the Dairy Queen). It's actually on the frontage road, but, easily seen from Highway 8. Fuel is available.
TIME: Tuesday, May 16. We will depart the staging area at 8:00 AM, sharp.
The total mileage one way 210 miles and the trip takes 4 hours and 14 minutes excluding gas and warming breaks every 50 to 75 miles.
REMEMBER if at all possible bring a 3x5 flag and pole with you.
Please RSVP me if you plan on attending. george@gwinslow.com
Thank you and hope to see you there.
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Minnesota Assistant State Captain
Minnesota Patriot Guard / Patriot Guard Riders
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RetroDude
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| 12 May 2006 9:13 PM |
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RetroDude - What's your ETA to:
A) St. Croix Falls, WI
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B) Turtle Lake, WI
and how many bikes should I look for?
Thanks!
Ole
Ole,
Mapquest estimates 48 minutes to Turtle Lake. Probably 15 minutes to St. Croix Falls. We depart Lindstrom at 8:00. How many scoots?? I'm guessing 20 to 40 (but, that's just a guess!!)
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jackmroz
Posts: 29
Cental Wisconsin
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| 12 May 2006 9:34 PM |
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George,
Looking forward to seeing you on Tuesday. I'm planning on arriving in Marathon City in time to grab a quick breakfast sandwich prior to heading west. I hope to arrive at McDonald's on the south/east corner of 107 & 29 around 7:20 or so.
Ride safe.
Jack
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Nailer101
Posts: 444
NW IL Ride Captain/NE IA Ride Captain
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| 12 May 2006 10:04 PM |
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| At least 2 of us leaving from Davenport, IA at 0430. Should arrive by 10:15. Anything I need to look out for on 61 north of Fennimore or 27 up from Westby? Anybody heading up from SW Wisconsin that we can hook up with on the way? |
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Nailer
Cell Number: (563) 676-7145 Office Number: (563) 326-1792
SSgt USMC 69-75
1st Recon Bn, Sniper Platoon 0321/8541/8654
American Legion Post 26
ALR Post 27
STARVETS member
Marine Moms Honorary Member
Navy Families Honorary Member
Quad Cities Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Foundation member
IA/IL Master Hunter Education Instructor
GOE Eastern Iowa Coordinator and Diplomatic Specialist
All Era Veteran's Healing Fields Committee
All Vets Memorial Association Member
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Nailer101
Posts: 444
NW IL Ride Captain/NE IA Ride Captain
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| 12 May 2006 10:34 PM |
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Hey Jim,
Met you at SSgt Wall's mission in Alden, IA. Looking forward to hooking up with you folks in Ladysmith. We have about 330 miles to travel, so are leaving at 0430 sharp and running every shortcut I know from numerous years of fishing in that area of Wisconsin.
Eric Swanson
Sgt @ Arms
Star Chapter 106
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Nailer
Cell Number: (563) 676-7145 Office Number: (563) 326-1792
SSgt USMC 69-75
1st Recon Bn, Sniper Platoon 0321/8541/8654
American Legion Post 26
ALR Post 27
STARVETS member
Marine Moms Honorary Member
Navy Families Honorary Member
Quad Cities Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Foundation member
IA/IL Master Hunter Education Instructor
GOE Eastern Iowa Coordinator and Diplomatic Specialist
All Era Veteran's Healing Fields Committee
All Vets Memorial Association Member
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Nailer101
Posts: 444
NW IL Ride Captain/NE IA Ride Captain
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| 12 May 2006 11:42 PM |
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Posted By ProudUSArmyWife on 05/10/2006 1:35 PM
My condolances to the Vacho family. My prayers are with them.
If it weren't that Ladysmith is 5.5 hrs from where I live. I would stand by. It is a bit to far for me, with my car (it needs a new clutch) I thought it was gonna be Janesville. But that's ok, my thoughts are with you guys! Fly a flag for me! If you can safely make it to anywhere along hwy 61 or 27, you are more than welcome to ride with us from there, and be assured safely returned to your vehicle for the return trip home.
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Nailer
Cell Number: (563) 676-7145 Office Number: (563) 326-1792
SSgt USMC 69-75
1st Recon Bn, Sniper Platoon 0321/8541/8654
American Legion Post 26
ALR Post 27
STARVETS member
Marine Moms Honorary Member
Navy Families Honorary Member
Quad Cities Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Foundation member
IA/IL Master Hunter Education Instructor
GOE Eastern Iowa Coordinator and Diplomatic Specialist
All Era Veteran's Healing Fields Committee
All Vets Memorial Association Member
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