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cherishedimages 
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| 07 Sep 2006 8:44 PM |
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First and foremost - Kenny's sacrifice has hit home for this Patriot Guard Rider.... I recently worked for a short time with his uncle in DuPont, WA. You would not believe how Kenny was loved and respected by this man that on the outside looked like NOTHING could hurt him... the typical Nordic Viking kind of a man that could whoop just about anyone or anything. Strong, rough, tough kind of guy. BUT, to hear him talk about his neice's husband who was serving in Iraq was nothing short of idolization! Darv was EXTREMELY proud of Kenny, and Kenny's wife was staying with her uncle while Kenny was deployed with a Ft. Lewis based Stryker unit. So, he was constantly telling us stories of Kenny's adventures.
When I saw the stories on the local news channels about the two close friends from a local Stryker unit that had been killed, and the coverage of the memorial service held at Ft. Lewis, I didn't know that this was KENNY..... Darv's nephew Kenny.... and since I was working and could not ride if there was going to be a local (Tacoma, WA) mission, I let the news go by without more than my usual amount of notice.
Today, I got an e-mail from Darv, letting me know that it was HIS Kenny. Darv knows I ride with PGR, and was always interested when I told him about the latest mission that I'd been on. The respect we shared for our troops was a common bond. In the e-mail he sent, he said
"The Patriot Guard of 200 strong met with the family and local and state law
enforcement from WI and MN at the airport last night (Tuesday) and to provide
escort services for our fallen hero. They will also be attending the services
on Saturday. I was always very interested in these "rides" that you take for
the soldiers. Unfortunately, I have learned more than I ever wanted from a
receiving side of things. Anyway, I won't be attending this weekends event in
WI, but wanted to extend to you my family's deepest appreciation for what you
and your organization do for our heros!"
No Darv, on behalf of thousands of PGR members, and from a grateful nation, we thank YOU and your entire family for YOUR sacrifice, and for that of Kenny, Heidi, and everyone else that is close to you! I regret that I didn't know this was YOUR Kenny until after the local services had been held, because I would have been there come hell or high water Buddy! God Bless and Comfort you and yours, as I know that your pain runs deep, and your sorrow is overwhelming.
Your friend,
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scottgerr
Posts: 49
Great Lakes Regional Captain
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| 08 Sep 2006 9:35 AM |
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| It is with deep sorrow that I attend another mission for a hero that gave the ultimate sacrifice so that I, and all others in this great country can keep doing our day to day tasks wihile they protect us. To the family of SPC. Kenneth Cross, please accept my deepest sorrow for your loss. |
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Scott Gerr
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“I may disapprove of what you say, but I will defend to the death your right to say it.” --Voltaire |
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Ranger61
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Superior, WI.
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| 08 Sep 2006 10:30 AM |
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My condolences to the family of SPC. Kenneth Cross. May you rest in peace and thank you for your service and your sacrifice.
Tim O
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winderness
Posts: 68
Slinger, WI
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| 08 Sep 2006 2:16 PM |
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It is with deep regret that we will be unable to attend this mission to honor Fallen Hero, Spc. Kenneth M. Cross as we will be in Two Rivers honoring Fallen Hero, Pfc. Shaun Novak. Our continued thoughts and prayers for Kenneth, his family and his friends.
Todd & Sue
"THE NATION WHICH FORGETS ITS DEFENDERS WILL ITSELF BE FORGOTTEN" |
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Parents of a U.S. Marine - 2 tours in Ramadi, currently on Individual Ready Reserve.
"THE NATION WHICH FORGETS ITS DEFENDERS WILL ITSELF BE FORGOTTEN" |
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albert5001
Posts: 38
Stewart, MN
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| 08 Sep 2006 3:32 PM |
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It will be my privilege to honor this fallen hero. I will be at the EP Mall by 6:00am.
Al J
Tonight: A slight chance of rain before 1am, then areas of drizzle. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 42. East wind between 10 and 20 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Saturday: Areas of drizzle before 1pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 54. East wind between 10 and 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph |
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jbono110
Posts: 73
Bloomington, Minnesota
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| 08 Sep 2006 6:47 PM |
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WI/MN PGR's,
It has been a few months since many of us road in the brisk fall morning air. Please dress warm and drive safely.
If need be, pull over and warm your hands with a support vehicle.
Ride safe,
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Jim Bono
jim@mnpatriotguard.org
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jbono110
Posts: 73
Bloomington, Minnesota
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| 08 Sep 2006 7:00 PM |
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*** LAST MINUTE SUPERIOR FUNERAL SERVICE LOCATION CHANGE***
Scott Gerr and Pete Prudehomme just called and want to make everyone aware of a change for tomorrow. WI-PGR RC's have been notified.
Funeral Services will be held at Superior Middle School not the high school as previously stated. Superior Middle School is located at 34th Street and Hammond Avenue. The staging area and all other plans remain the same.
Jim
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Jim Bono
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calamityjane
Posts: 2561
brooklyn park mn
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| 08 Sep 2006 7:20 PM |
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ride safe all my thoughts are with you and the family of spc kennth m cross
calamityjane
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Riding in Honor of my Father DLJ and grandfather WWI veteran EJPL
Riding in Memory 'DakotaLawDog' Paul Anderson
A Hero is no braver than a ordinary man, but he is braver five minutes longer. -Ralph Waldo Emerson
He was the kind if you got in trouble you didn't look back to see if he was still with you, you knew damned well he was. ~Sackett by Louis L'Amour
Each man owes a debt to his family, his country and his species to leave sons and daughters who will lead, inspire and create.~Sackett's Land by Louis L'Amour
Never drive faster then your angels can fly. Be Safe....
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millermanjeff
Posts: 67
Assistant Ride Captain Alexandria Minnesota
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| 08 Sep 2006 11:03 PM |
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Minnesota PGR brothers and sisters,
We will be thinking of you and your mission to honor Spc. Cross as we stand guard in Pelican Rapids, MN honoring SSG Josh Hanson.
Ride safe. Stand PROUD!
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djamesp
Posts: 91
Duluth, MN 55810
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| 09 Sep 2006 5:16 AM |
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Present temp in the Duluth/Superior area is 46. Partly cloudly and not much wind. It's probably going to be a little cool. Hard to say up here. Dress accordingly.
I pray all have a safe trip to and from our mission and all the other missions that are taking place today.
Don't know why this post reads at 12:15PM. The temp was 46 at 05:00 this morning.
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Dennis Padora
Minnesota PGR
Duluth RC
duluthrc@mnpatriotguard.org
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snowman789
Posts: 65
Minneapolis
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| 10 Sep 2006 7:01 AM |
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Even under the hard circumstances, it was nice to meet Bob, Bruce, Gordy, Jim, Rick, Greg, JD, Alena, Dave (hope it was just the plug) and Pat (Teach). I always think it will get easier the next time, but again I was wrong.
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Never in the field of human conflict was so much owed by so many, to so few---Winston Churchill |
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firehorse
Posts: 47
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| 10 Sep 2006 1:09 PM |
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Yup, Snowman Dick, it never gets any easier. I especially can't keep a dry eye when we stand at the cemetery, Taps always gets to me....and shaking hands with those who want thank us even in their great sorrow, when we can never thank them enough for their service and sacrifice.
Great to meet you Dick, and also Dean and Nicole from Hermantown. Good to see Wayne (bagwaji) again - we've been on several missions, including the previous Superior mission last March (first one for both of us) - and to meet up again with Jeff, who remembered me from the LaCrosse mission. When I tell people why I ride with the PGR, I always say that it's the best thing I've ever done on a motorcycle.
Pat Stitzel
West St. Paul, MN
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dhunter
Posts: 23
Ramsey, MN
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| 10 Sep 2006 4:34 PM |
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Great job yesterday by the ride captains, and a big pat on the back is on order for all of the MN, WI and Dakota PGRs for stepping up on a very event-full day. On the way to the cemetery, I remember seeing a young woman, with a dog on one side of her and a baby stroller on the other, waving a big American flag. I also saw a bird circling over the cemetery, perhaps it was an eagle? In any case, a humbling and inspiring day, as always.
I'd like to thank everybody for their advice and sympathy with my stripped oil drain problem, especially the machinist guy (I'm sorry, I forgot your name) who suggested I try a self-tapping drain plug from an auto parts store. I tried it today, worked like a champ. Best $1.99 I ever spent!
Tomorrow is 9/11, and we have another mission. Hopefully, I'll be able to make it. If not, I know you guys will be there, in honor and respect, big time.
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strider54
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Blaine, MN
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| 10 Sep 2006 8:20 PM |
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Thanks to everybody for a job well done especially the captains whom we couldn't do this without. To the LEOs for there protection and that great parking area at the cemetary. The family for allowing us to show our respects. And a special thanks to the military members who expressed their thanks to us, it's you guys who deserve our thanks.
I too saw that bird soaring above the ceremony at the cemetary and I'm quite sure it was an eagle. I'd like to think it was there to escort the spirit of Spc. Cross to the great beyond. |
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"It doesn't have to be like this, all we
need to do is make sure we keep talking."
Stephen Hawking
"Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter."
Martin Luther King, Jr.
Godspeed PGRs and be strong, this will never get easier. |
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trident_t150
Posts: 715
Marshall Sector Ride Captain, Minnesota
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| 11 Sep 2006 1:15 PM |
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I'm sure we will all remember the chilly ride to attend this mission. Thank you to the club who provided the hot coffee and rolls!
Thank you to the family of Cpl. Cross for allowing us the honor of standing watch and honoring the memory and service of your loved one.
http://share.shutterfly.com/action/welcome?sid=0AZMmLJq0ZMmL7Y
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Avatar picture taken at Hector, Mn., Municipal Airport, where a T33 was erected in memory of my first cousin and best friend, Capt Robert C. Swanson, USAF, who died in service to his country in 1978, and in whose memory I ride with the PGR, to honor all who have served our nation.
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CUGLAND
Posts: 347
Rochester, MN
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| 11 Sep 2006 3:30 PM |
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Thank you to Paul, the other ride captains and the rest of the Riders that attended this honor mission. The organization was top notch and seamed to go off without a hitch. I don’t think any of us will forget this mission any time soon.
And a special thank you to the family and friends of Spc Kenneth Cross for allowing us to show our respects to Kenneth.
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Craig Ugland
Ride Captain - Rochester Sector
Senior Ride Captain - Southern MN
Just as a soldier can not fight on an empty stomach, neither can they fight with a broken heart feeling that they fight unsupported by those for whom they fight.
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ghaase
Posts: 58
Hubertus Wisconsin
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| 11 Sep 2006 3:55 PM |
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I was so impressed with this mission for SPC Kenneth Cross. Paul and all the ride captains, well done you guys, you know what you are doing. The staging area was perfect, what can I say about the coffee and sweet rolls on a cool morning, top shelf for whoever brought them, I owe you.
The motorcycle police escort from the Superior Police Department was as good as it gets. In fact, I was taking some pictures at the staging area and was having trouble and one of the officers suggested that I take my lens cap off, might make the camera work better. Now, that is help beyond the call of duty I think.
I have said this before, but it needs to be said again, you people from Minnesota are great to help us swell the ranks for this mission. It was a busy weekend for us in Wisconsin and I know Minnesota had another mission today.
I got a little rain on me and my bike going up to Superior Friday and some more coming back home to the Milwaukee area on Sunday but it didn’t matter, I was able to pay my respects to an American hero, a young man (Kenny) who gave his all for us.
God bless Kenny, his wife and his family, I know you are proud of him, I am………..
George
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