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I am so proud to be a part of the PGR and last night only goes to show why.
The descriptions written by Greg B. and Joe A. brought tears to my eyes as I read them. The video clip from WEEK was very moving. I'm only disappointed with myself for not making the escort.
My hat is off to all who made the mission - PGR and all the others. I am proud to be an American and proud to be a biker and you all are reasons why.
Thank you Caleb for sacrificing your all for the freedoms we embrace.
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McHenry County Road Pirates
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capt. ron
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| 31 May 2006 8:55 AM |
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SeabeePolice
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| 31 May 2006 9:08 AM |
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| Is the RP in Princeton the same place as were the stop was on the escort mission. |
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GBowman
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Princeton, Illinois Senior Ride Captain in Northern Illinois
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| 31 May 2006 9:14 AM |
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Yes. Road Ranger truck stop. Sunrise on our town's "Flags of Freedom" seems like a great way to start a PGR mission. They always have the coffee hot too. Hope to see you there.
For a video of the WEEK 25 television coverage of last night's Lufkin escort check out www.week.com "A Hero Returns".
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CgoBiker
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| 31 May 2006 9:27 AM |
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May God Bless PFC Caleb A. Lufkin, his family and his friends.
I will be on this mission... leaving from Chicago Friday morning 6/2/2006 at 05:00hrs. for Galesburg, IL. to participate in honoring PFC Caleb A. Lufkin.
Chicago to Galesburg = 200 miles
If you care to ride along, please contact me ASAP for arrangements.
Thank you,
Skip Robinson
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Semper Paratus!
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northern
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| 31 May 2006 9:32 AM |
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| I will NOT let work get in the way of this mission like the last two weeks! The outstanding support of the people in the Galesburg- Knoxville area commands my support also. I will be leaving out of the Elgin area Friday am. I'm guessing most people aroung here will be doing 88 or 80. Maybe a meeting point cound be rt 64 & 59 (mcdonalds) with a shot down 59 to either interstate. Between our reason for riding and my "understanding" with the troopers, I think we could make good time on the road. Anyone interseted, let me know and we can firm up a departure time. My thoughts to the Lufkin family and God bless Caleb. |
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harley5554
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| 31 May 2006 9:56 AM |
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Just got back from vacation and I am ready to continue to honor my fellow freedom fighters.
Anyone got any idea how far Knoxville is from Chicago or about how long it should take from the south suburbs? Thanks. Harley Arnie |
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msbhvn
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Brighton, Il.
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| 31 May 2006 10:43 AM |
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| Very proud to be associated with the dedicated members that were on the escort mission, wasn't able to be there but will be there Friday. |
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jalger
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| 31 May 2006 11:35 AM |
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Just took part in the escort missin for Caleb.
In a word it was unbelieveable!
I never experienced anything close to what happened yesterday and I doubt I ever will again.
Ed, you and Scoot did a marvelous job.
The troopers were all tops as well...Especially Joe from the South Side...
Job well done....
There is an America and we saw the best of it yesterday..
Hope to see you all at the Freedom Ride.
Big Joe
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Crystal Lake, IL.
Ride Captain Warrior's Watch
www.warriorswatch.org
All gave some.
Some gave all.
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howerter1
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Galesburg, ILL; HOTH Coordinator ILL,Retired E8,US Army,Vietnam Vet
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| 31 May 2006 11:55 AM |
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Posted By harley5554 on 05/31/2006 9:56 AM
Just got back from vacation and I am ready to continue to honor my fellow freedom fighters.
Anyone got any idea how far Knoxville is from Chicago or about how long it should take from the south suburbs? Thanks. Harley Arnie From Chicago to Galesburg (where funeral services will be held) is around 3 hrs.
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iScoot2
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| 31 May 2006 12:01 PM |
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Additional Lodging:
The Holiday Inn Express has graciously given all PGR members arriving for funeral detail a rate of $58.00 per nite. They are located at:
Holiday Inn Express
2285 Washington
Galesburg, IL 61401
Phone: 309-343-7100 (please mention Patriot Guard Riders when making reservations)
They have internet access and have made a meeting room available.
Scoot
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howerter1
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Galesburg, ILL; HOTH Coordinator ILL,Retired E8,US Army,Vietnam Vet
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| 31 May 2006 12:02 PM |
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Posted By Illinois Cowboy on 05/31/2006 7:48 AM
As A new member of I would very much like to be a part of the ride to cemetary. I rode in last night with Tammy, Caleb's Father. As a member of Rolling Thunder and Legion Riders, I would more tha n honored.
Ill. Cowboy
Gary Schrock Welcome, just show up at the staging area, around 8 a.m. on Fri behind WalMart in Galesburg. Look forward to meeting you.
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Max
US Army Retired E8, VietNam 66-67 "We should not mourn that such men died, but we should thank God that such men lived" General George Patton |
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Big rock
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| 31 May 2006 12:12 PM |
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Posted By mikebowman on 05/31/2006 8:08 AM
For anyone from north central Illinois, some of us have a rally point in Dixon, Il at the DnD truck stop at the intersection of IL26 and I88 for the funeral on Friday at 5:15am. Then on to Princeton to hook up with a group at the Road Ranger truck stop. Yea, it's early, but we are learning to try and be ahead of schedule than behind.
Mike Bowman
Wow, every time I plan to ride with you we get earlier and earlier!! (JokING)
Mike, I plan to meet up with you in Dixion. I will leave Belvidere at 4am for the short 1 hr ride. What time do we plan on leaving Dixion??
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iScoot2
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| 31 May 2006 12:13 PM |
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Max.......Wescoot2 here, we are staying in town at the Holiday Inn until the funeral....Give my cell phone a call 847-217-1862.......
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msbhvn
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Brighton, Il.
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| 31 May 2006 12:25 PM |
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Max,
Could you post some directions in town for staging area that you'd recommend, always easier with some landmarks or best routes when not familiar wtih the area and limited time. Appreciate it.
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msjessyh
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| 31 May 2006 12:27 PM |
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My prayers go out to the family left behind. Your son, brother, and friend now belong to the Lord’s Army. He will be there to guide his fellow soldiers while they sleep at night. When they cry or ask for help in fear, he will be one of the Angels that pull them out of their dark times. He is honored.
“We support our Troops”
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Bluzmn59
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| 31 May 2006 12:34 PM |
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| My wife and I are planning on attending this mission on Friday and will be leaving the NW Suburbs (Rolling Meadows) that morning. Should be able to make it to the RP in Galesburg comfortably in a little less than three hours. |
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kkuhns
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| 31 May 2006 1:09 PM |
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It was an honor for my daughter and I, last night to stand in the parking lot at the staging point in Park Ridge, to pay respects to Caleb and his family. Thank you all the members of the PGR who provided escort for our fallen hero. Thanks to everyone that will be there tomorrow and on Friday.
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Old Coastie
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| 31 May 2006 1:30 PM |
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Seems like every other note proposes an earlier departure time. I'm starting to think I should have left already and it's only Wednesday afternoon. See you in Dixon at 0515 Friday.
Thank you Pfc. Lufkin for defending my family's freedom.
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1ironman
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| 31 May 2006 1:30 PM |
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Posted By GBowman on 05/31/2006 9:14 AM Yes.
Road Ranger truck stop. Sunrise on our town's "Flags of Freedom"
seems like a great way to start a PGR mission. They always have
the coffee hot too. Hope to see you there. For a video of the WEEK 25 television coverage of last night's Lufkin escort check out www.week.com "A Hero Returns". Greg Bowman Princeton
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1ironman
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| 31 May 2006 1:33 PM |
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Posted By SeabeePolice on 05/31/2006 9:08 AM
Is the RP in Princeton the same place as were the stop was on the escort mission. Yes same place
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ppeye58
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| 31 May 2006 1:45 PM |
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| My prayers go to the family and friends. Will be there, it takes about 2 and a half hours but will be well rested. |
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Chicago Harley Man
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| 31 May 2006 3:12 PM |
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I will try to make it to Dixon by 5:15 am to team up with your group. Leaving Elgin at aroung 4am.
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Chicago Harley Man
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| 31 May 2006 3:23 PM |
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Northern,
I ride out of Elgin as well. I'm going to try to meet up with a
group out of Dixon that are meeting at the Rt 26 exit of I-88.
They are looking at a rather early start time of 5:15 AM so will
probably have to leave Elgin by 4AM. Email me at
pbrindle@medicalmatch.org if you want to meet here in Elgin and head
out in the dark.
Chicago Harley Man
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howerter1
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Galesburg, ILL; HOTH Coordinator ILL,Retired E8,US Army,Vietnam Vet
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| 31 May 2006 3:38 PM |
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Posted By msbhvn on 05/31/2006 12:25 PM
Max,
Could you post some directions in town for staging area that you'd recommend, always easier with some landmarks or best routes when not familiar wtih the area and limited time. Appreciate it.
Duane
When you come into Galesburg onto Henderson Street, you have see a Staples, Then a large Car lot, Then A Wal-Mart and beside the Wal-Mart is a Hy Vee Grocery store. Our staging area is in the rear of the Wal-Mart. Any other questions please send me a email or on here.
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