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WWH40 
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Jacksonville, Fl.
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| 23 Jun 2006 7:08 AM |
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Our prayers are with the family and friends of Spc. Brent W. Koch. Rest in peace.
Bill
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mnwillie
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Prior Lake, MN
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| 23 Jun 2006 7:33 AM |
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| Prior Lake, MN rider departing @ 0500 hours on Monday 6/26/06 via U.S. Route 212 from Chaska. - God be with the Koch family and all of our soldiers, airmen, sailors and marines. Bill - 952-440-2877 |
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dragonman
Posts: 156
Big Lake, Mn. 55309
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| 23 Jun 2006 7:36 AM |
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IF the Monday service is confirmed, there should be about 5 of us riding down from the Big Lake-Monti, Mn area. We'll leave Big Lake at 0400 hours, to make the staging area on time, and have time for a couple of fuel/stretch stops. We'll be travelling Hwy. 25 to Wright County 37 to Hwy. 15 to Hwy. 19 to Redwood Falls. Anybody that wants to set up meeting points along the way, please call or email me at the address below.
Anybody that is planning on attending and needs a place to shower and "crash", let me know, at djr71@izoom.net, or 763-263-6723 (H), or 763-639-6723 (C), or 1-888-765-9439 (Toll free), and leave a message.
I have pillows, blankets, floor space, showers, concrete driveway, etc. |
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"Our good works are like stones cast into a pool of time: though the stones may disappear, their ripples extend to eternity". Anonymous
"Dragonman" Dan Robertson
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Monica
Posts: 855
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Northfield, MN
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| 23 Jun 2006 8:10 AM |
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My sincere condolences to all who mourn Spc. Koch; I will be there to stand in honor of him and his sacrifice to our country.
At a recent mission in Welcome, MN, I was asked by a few members about
some help for our disabled veterans in attendance who may need some
assistance when attending future missions. If you spoke with me, or
know someone who might need assistance at this upcoming mission, please
contact me at mn.pgr.ssc@gmail.com.
Monica Mead
MN PGR
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<______ For D, K, K ______>
"This ain't rocket surgery." |
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Jgood
Posts: 108
Minnesota
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| 23 Jun 2006 8:16 AM |
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| Any PGR leaving from Blaine/Ham Lake area? I am looking for riders who would like to meet at The Perkins Hwy 65 and 242 @ around 4am for a quick cup of Jo and head down to Redwood Falls. |
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Gonsam
Posts: 3
Amery Wi
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| 23 Jun 2006 8:25 AM |
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| Im home ported in amery Wi. Is anybody leaving from the Hudson Area. If not I'll meet in blaine. |
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jbstorm
Posts: 9
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| 23 Jun 2006 8:37 AM |
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Heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Spc. Koch, truly an American Hero.
As the MN PGR Events Coordinator, my role is to assist with any individuals or business who wish to support the mission with food, water, first aid, etc. Please contact me at mn.pgr.events@gmail.com if you wish to support the Koch Mission. We have had a great show of support in previous missions and want to ensure that the support is well planned for this one. Thank you!
Josie
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dragonman
Posts: 156
Big Lake, Mn. 55309
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| 23 Jun 2006 9:26 AM |
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| I see, according to the Stribe, that Spf. Koch was promoted posthumously to Sgt. Congratulations, and condolences to his family, friends, and fellow Troops. |
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"Our good works are like stones cast into a pool of time: though the stones may disappear, their ripples extend to eternity". Anonymous
"Dragonman" Dan Robertson
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Jgood
Posts: 108
Minnesota
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| 23 Jun 2006 9:52 AM |
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| Thanks for the update, awaiting further details. |
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gaspasser
Posts: 39
Soutwest minnesota
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| 23 Jun 2006 10:09 AM |
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To All PGR Members,
This is a confirmed Mission for Monday June 26, 2006 for Spc. Brent W. Kock, 22, of Morton, Minnesota. The services will be held at 1000 in Morgan, Minnesota.
We will stage in Redwood Falls at the Community Center starting at 0730.
Ride briefing at 0810.
Escort south to Morgan, MN at 0830.
Tom Weller State Ride Captain will post complete information later today.
Thanks for your understanding and patience in getting this mission together.
Kevin Peterson
Marshall Sector Ride Captain
Ride Captain in Charge of this Mission |
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claunchs
Posts: 471
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| 23 Jun 2006 10:33 AM |
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| I'll be in Redwood Falls between 7:30 and 8:00. I'm planning on leaving the North Metro area at about 5:00 but I'll be checking back here to see if any riders are going to meet up somewhere in the area. |
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claunchs
Posts: 471
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| 23 Jun 2006 10:40 AM |
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| Just for my own clarity here, the news release says that Spc. (Sgt?) Koch is from Morton, MN, and the services are said to be in Morgan, MN. Is this correct? |
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Carpe Jugulum |
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gwinslow
Posts: 538
Amboy, MN
Minnesota
Assistant State Captain
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| 23 Jun 2006 10:51 AM |
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Attention Mankato MN Sector
Arrival at Staging area is between 5:15 and 5:35. Make sure you are fully gassed up and ready to roll no later than 535am. We will not be stopping for gas or rest stops along the way. If you are not prepared to ride for 1 hour and 40 minutes without a break, pass on this mission or ride in a "cage". We will have two long rides this day and it will be a very long mission, we will not be returning home until near dinnertime so if you're not up to the task, please pass on this mission, ride in a "cage" or plan on plan on just attending the funeral. Your safety is of the utmost importance.
Dress appropriately for the weather forecast, and carry rain gear. Again this will be a long mission and we will not return until dinnertime. Bring lots of water to drink. Also bring a sack lunch. We will be in small towns and not much opportunity to purchase water and/or food. We MUST be self-sufficient.
PART ONE OF THE MISSION
1. 5:15-5:35am - We will stage at Mankato Harley Davidson, 1200 North River Drive in Mankato. (Just off Hwy 14 and on Hwy 169). Ride Briefing will be at 5:40am.
2. 5:50am - We will depart Mankato HD and get on Hwy 14 and travel Westbound.
3. Turn onto Hwy 4 and travel Northbound.
4. Turn onto Hwy 68 and travel NorthWest.
5. Hwy 68 turns into Hwy 67 at Morgan, MN.
6. Continue NorthWest Bound on Hwy 67.
7. Turn North onto Hwy 71 in Redwood Falls, MN.
8. Stop and gas up at SA gas station, it has 92 octane fuel, or Cenex gas station in front of Walmart which only has 89 octane fuel.
9. Continue on to Walmart, turn in and go to South DeKalb St.
10. Turn East onto East Cook St and take that to the Redwood Area Community Center 901 E. Cook St, next to Walmart.
11. 7:30am - Arrival at Redwood Area Community Center. This is where we will be holding the final staging for the mission.
Ride Briefing will be at 8:10am so we plan to arrive by 7:30 at the latest, giving us time to then gas up the motorcycles prior to briefing. We must have FULL TANKS OF GAS prior to leaving Redwood Falls. We will not be making any stops for fuel along the way or rest stops.
Total ride time 1 hour, 40 minutes.
Total miles 68.79 miles.
PART TWO OF THE MISSION
After Ride Briefing at 8:10am return to your bikes.
1. 8:30am - Leave Staging area for Morgan, MN. Approximately 13 miles from Redwood Falls to Morgan. We will have a police escort. Use standard staggered riding formation. If you’re not comfortable with riding in formation, please go to the rear of the pack and ride along after us at your own pace and comfort level.
2. 9:00am - Arrive at Cedar Mountain High School, Morgan, MN. Assemble flags and stand guard.
3. 10:00am – Funeral Services begin.
4. 11:00am - Funeral services conclude. PRG will stand guard until the reception starts in the high school.
5. 11:05am – There will be a short reception for the service attendees. During this time, we will take down and secure our flags, and prepare to ride to the cemetery.
PART THREE OF THE MISSION
1. 11:30am (est.) - PGR members who are able and willing to accompany the funeral procession to the town of Trimont, MN to attend the grave side services. This is approximately a 54 mile ride with full police escort. Trimont is 6 miles North of Sherburn, MN and I-90.
2. 1:00pm (est.) - Arrive at the cemetery in Trimont, MN. PGR will park near the cemetery on CR 36 in the Westbound lane, quickly assemble flags, and stand guard over the internment services.
3. 2:00pm (est.) - The formal mission is complete when the internment services are completed.
As with all PGR missions, be prepared to be self sufficient for the day. Bring FOOD and WATER, dress for the conditions, and ride safely.
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George H Winslow, Jr.
Minnesota Assistant State Captain
Minnesota Patriot Guard / Patriot Guard Riders
Red, White, & Blue Book - MN Coordinator |
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Randy4331
Posts: 2
Cottage Grove, MN
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| 23 Jun 2006 11:20 AM |
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| Standing by in the East Metro. Anybody planning on leaving from St. Paul HD again? |
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92nighthawk
Posts: 1088
Grand Forks, North Dakota
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| 23 Jun 2006 11:51 AM |
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| Standing by in Grand Forks, North Dakota. Is anybody else coming from the North Dakota area? |
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Grand Forks, ND Co-Ride Captain
I refuse to tiptoe through life only to arrive safely at death
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Orbtrans
Posts: 1
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| 23 Jun 2006 12:12 PM |
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| Standing by in Lakeville MN. It shall be MY honor! |
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gaspasser
Posts: 39
Soutwest minnesota
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| 23 Jun 2006 12:29 PM |
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Spc. Kock is from Morton but the Services will be in MORGAN. The facilities are larger there. Thanks for the question. These towns always gets mixed.
Kevin Peterson
Marshall Ride Captain
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djamesp
Posts: 91
Duluth, MN 55810
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| 23 Jun 2006 12:36 PM |
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I plan on departing from Duluth to Redwood Falls on Sunday in order to be ready at the staging area first thing Monday morning if all goes well.
My sincere condolences and prayers go out to the family of Spc. Koch.
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Dennis Padora
Minnesota PGR
Duluth RC
duluthrc@mnpatriotguard.org
USN 70-78
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SKMcRae
Posts: 26
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| 23 Jun 2006 12:37 PM |
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| Condolances to the family and friends of Spc. Brent Koch. |
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SKMcRae
Posts: 26
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| 23 Jun 2006 12:38 PM |
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| Condolances to the family and friends of Spc. Brent Koch. I'm very thankful for all he has done for us and honor his memory. Standing by in Forest |
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SKMcRae
Posts: 26
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| 23 Jun 2006 12:38 PM |
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Condolances to the family and friends of Spc. Brent Koch. I'm very thankful for all he has done for us and honor his memory. Standing by in Forest Lake.
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oldgoldwing
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| 23 Jun 2006 12:52 PM |
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to the family and friends of Spc Brent Koch I will hold you in my prayers
Looks like the Minnesota PGR has it all under control
I will not bre able to take in this mission- I will be spending time with my son Petty officer 2nd class Matthew Henning from the UUSGN Ohio
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gwinslow
Posts: 538
Amboy, MN
Minnesota
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| 23 Jun 2006 1:09 PM |
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Just to clearify somethings.
If you wish to drive your "cage" (car or truck) to the mission, you are more than welcome to do so. This will be a long day.
If at all possible bring a 3x5 foot American flag and pole with you. If you don't have one and want to purchase one, they can be found at most large stores, ie: Walmart, Target, Kmart, Walgreens, Menards just to name a few. These are the same flag I fly on my front porch. They cost anywhere from $9-$20 depending on where you purchase them.
Most of us will be arriving via motorcycle and will dress accordingly. I personally will be wearing: jeans; leather chaps, jacket, and vest; a t-shirt; along with my PGR Ride Captain maroon baseball cap. Wear whatever makes you comfortable, but remember there will be children and family present so please refrain from anything that I would have to explain to my 4 year old granddaughter and/oir 8 year old grandson.
Thank you and hope to see you at the Redwood Area Community Center, 901 South Cook St, Redwood Falls, MN for the staging briefing held at 8:10am.
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Minnesota Assistant State Captain
Minnesota Patriot Guard / Patriot Guard Riders
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Scarlet_Monk
Posts: 4
Eden Prairie, MN
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| 23 Jun 2006 1:23 PM |
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| Getting the trike out of the shop tonight. At the ready in Eden Prairie. |
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Patriotism is easy to understand in America; it means looking out for yourself by looking out for your country.
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8ballexpress
Posts: 260
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| 23 Jun 2006 1:40 PM |
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| Planning on going, anyone meeting at the st. paul harley shop? 8ball |
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