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sneakysnake 
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| 11 Sep 2007 1:23 PM |
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My deepest heartfelt sympathies are extended to the FAMILY and friends of Senior Ride Captain Greg Bowman.
The entire PGR membership mourns with you.
Pegs Down for Greg. I will be with y'all in Spirit. |
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BoD/VP Captains
Honored to be a member of the Flag Line
It Ain't Easy Bein' Me!
sneakysnake.pgr.rc@gmail.com
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Ridley
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| 11 Sep 2007 1:41 PM |
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| My heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Greg Bowman. I don't have to ever have met him to know the kind of person he was, and we all feel this loss very deeply. Our prayers are with you all. |
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grampsb
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| 11 Sep 2007 1:53 PM |
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I never ,et Greg but i have heard that he was a freind to everyone when they needed one. we will all miss a man like that in our ranks. but he will never be forgotton. my prayers go out to his family
THANKS GREG AND GOD BLESS
ED & LAURIE BERGEY
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sonny65
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| 11 Sep 2007 3:05 PM |
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My prayers and condolences to the family and friends of Greg Bowman.May God be with you in this sad time of your life.Rest in peace Greg for a job well done here,never to be forgotten.
Sonja
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dennismull
Posts: 75
Bentonville Ar.
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| 11 Sep 2007 3:44 PM |
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| My deepest and sincerest condolences to the Bowman family. Rest in peace brother. |
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"Let us solemnly remember the sacrifices of all those who fought so valiantly, on the seas, in the air, and on foreign shores, to preserve our heritage of freedom, and let us re-consecrate ourselves to the task of promoting an enduring peace so that their efforts shall not have been in vain.” --Dwight D. Eisenhower
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bogiediver
Posts: 389
Woodstock, IL
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| 11 Sep 2007 3:46 PM |
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I have been asked to pass along a request from the family -
The family has been reviewing this thread and are very moved by all the well wishes.
The family said a couple of the pictures that have been posted to the thread they have not seen before, so they figure there are more out there.
They are asking anyone and everyone who has pictures of Greg and/or his kids from any event, please send them to the following email address directly - Ro has volunteered to collect these photos and make a CD for the family.
ridenfever@yahoo.com
Thank you on behalf of the Bowman family.
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-bogie
American by Birth, Biker by Choice, Patriot Forever |
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bw2249
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| 11 Sep 2007 3:54 PM |
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For those of you that will going up Saturday moring from the Quad Cities area myself and nailer will be meeting at the Welcome Center in LeClaire Iowa off I-80 at 0715hrs with KSU @ 0800hrs. Anyone wishing to ride with us is more than welcome. Any questions either contact Nailer or myself at 309-236-8114
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jfistesr
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| 11 Sep 2007 3:57 PM |
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| I never met Greg but from reading the posts I wish I had. He seems to a man bigger than life with even a bigger heart. My condolences to the family. We have all lost a brother. May the family find the comfort only God can give. |
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howerter1
Posts: 781
Galesburg, ILL; HOTH Coordinator ILL,Retired E8,US Army,Vietnam Vet
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| 11 Sep 2007 4:22 PM |
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Posted By bogiediver on 11 Sep 2007 3:46 PM
I have been asked to pass along a request from the family -
The family has been reviewing this thread and are very moved by all the well wishes.
The family said a couple of the pictures that have been posted to the thread they have not seen before, so they figure there are more out there.
They are asking anyone and everyone who has pictures of Greg and/or his kids from any event, please send them to the following email address directly - Ro has volunteered to collect these photos and make a CD for the family.
ridenfever@yahoo.com
Thank you on behalf of the Bowman family.
sent but came back, does not have a yahoo account |
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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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free4lance
Posts: 64
Southeast Wisconsin
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| 11 Sep 2007 4:31 PM |
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Rider Down, We read with Heavy Hearts when part of Us Falls and Smile looking up, that another joins a higher order of "Welcome Home". Yet no answers come to me, I think, Ride Free Friend, many have known you and Stand to Honor your gift, your personal sacrifice and support. Know that in Flag lines across the Nation when we are quiet we remember...
My sincere condolences to your Family and Friends we all bare the loss of Hero's and we Never Forget.
Russ
Genoa City
I'll be there in Heart, Standing another Flag line here in Genoa City |
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Jeff & Susana
Posts: 88
Northern Illinois
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| 11 Sep 2007 4:34 PM |
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Although I don't recall us ever meeting Greg his loss will be felt by us as well.
In fact, after reading all of the posts, we will probably feel his lose more than anyone now that we no longer have the chance/privilage of being able to shake his hand and stand next to him as many of you have.
This is a terrible event and I cannot really even try to explain how I feel as I am sure many of you cannot either.
It hurts whenever we lose an American hero but when it's one of our own it hurts a little more.
Our condolences to the family. |
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Warrior's Watch Riders
www.warriorswatch.org
PGR members for more than 2 years! |
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bogiediver
Posts: 389
Woodstock, IL
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| 11 Sep 2007 4:46 PM |
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Max-
Don't know what to tell you - that is the only email I have ever used for Ro and never had a problem...
Ro - if you are subscribed to this - please contact Max directly...
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-bogie
American by Birth, Biker by Choice, Patriot Forever |
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GrannieAnnie
Posts: 8
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| 11 Sep 2007 4:47 PM |
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| I am so very sorry to hear of Greg's passing. I know how much the missions meant to him and I know serving on them is a sacrifice on the part of every rider. You ride, however, to honor the sacrifices of our soldiers. Thanks to all of you who give of yourselves for our heroes. May you all remember why you ride and be there in love and comraderie at this very difficult time. To the Bowman family, God's blessings on all of you. You are in my prayers. |
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ms country
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| 11 Sep 2007 4:48 PM |
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What a tragic loss, I want the Bowman family to know Country and I are thinking of you and holding you in our hearts.
I hate to say that we will not be able to attend services, due to a benefit, but each and every one of you are in our thoughts and prayers. Sunday we lost a true friend and leader. May he rest well . It was an honor to have met this wonderful and giving man.
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SteveC1951
Posts: 377
Blue Grass Iowa
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| 11 Sep 2007 4:54 PM |
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| I wish I had the oportunity to meet this outstanding person. It is so very evident from what has been said here that this was an extraordinary and generous American Hero, who will be missed by so many and who's loss will be mourned by so many. My heart felt condolences to his family and friends. |
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Steve Cole
SFC, US Army, 1970 - 1992, Retired
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oldiron6
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| 11 Sep 2007 5:07 PM |
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I wish to express my condolences to all family, friends, and acquaintances of Greg. I only knew him from emails he sent but I know he will be missed by all those who knew and loved him. The Lord has called home one of his best.
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bogiediver
Posts: 389
Woodstock, IL
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| 11 Sep 2007 5:10 PM |
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***** Mission Update 11 Sep 2007 6:00pm *****
Fri, 14 Sep 2007
Visitation is being held at:
Norberg Memorial Home
701 E Thompson
Princeton, IL
Times are 4:00pm to 8:00pm (note - 1 hour earlier than previously indicated)
The family is expected to arrive about 3:30pm
Staging time: 2:30pm
Staging location:
The parking lot of the Bethel Baptist Church, it's parking lot (hard pack gravel) backs up to the funeral home parking lot. If additional space becomes necessary, the funeral home has OK'd parking on their grass - so please bring kickstands coasters. The entrance to the church parking lot is off of Innsbruck Ln - the first street east of the funeral home.
Briefing at 3:00
Flag line immediately following
Please note: The family has requested that ALL PGR members in attendance do a 'Walk Thru' honorarium at 8:00pm.
Sat, 15 Sep 2007
The funeral service will be at:
St. Louis Catholic Church
616 S Gosse Boulevard
Princeton, IL
Service begins at 10:30am
Staging time: 9:00am
Staging Location:
To be determined
Briefing at 9:15am
Flag Line immediately following
The family has requested that ALL PGR Ride and Road Captains in attendance at the Sat service to be inside the church for the service.
There will be no burial as Greg's wishes are to be cremated, with his ashes distributed at specific points he had determined.
However, the family has requested that ALL PGR members escort the family home after the services and plan on staying for 'family time' and a meal - they consider, as did Greg, that the PGR IS family. Greg's wife said 'if there are 150 motorcycles parked in the front lawn, Greg would be very, very happy' (plans are in place for a large crowd - try to plan on staying). I spoke with Deputy Chief Allan Beaber of the Princeton Police who was a 10+ year friend of Greg's and asked him if he would do the honor of leading the escort to the family home and he agreed.
Parking will be on grass - bring a kickstand coaster.
Please watch this thread for updates - SEMPER GUMBY
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From the Princeton paper:
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-bogie
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Chief_Investigator
Posts: 967
Asst State Capt IN
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| 11 Sep 2007 5:26 PM |
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| Greg will surely be missed. Our sincerest prayers and deepest, heartfelt condolences go out to the entire Bowman family. God Bless. |
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Ron Coleman "Chief"
U.S. Army Security Agency '73-'78
Member Blue Knights Motorcycle Club - IN Chapter XIII
"If You Don't Stand Behind Our Troops, Please, Feel Free To Stand In Front Of Them!"
"Those who won our independence believed liberty to be the secret of happiness and courage to be the secret of liberty." |
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drpepper
Posts: 3089
Texas Gulf Coast
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| 11 Sep 2007 5:34 PM |
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I didn't know Greg, but I know the type....sounds like I would have been proud to know him....
My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends.....
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It is the Military who salutes YOUR flag, who serves beneath YOUR flag, whose coffin is draped by YOUR flag, and who by their service allows the protester to burn YOUR flag.
Riding in memory of my home town friends who didn't return from Vietnam:
Pete Clark, Dennis Fisher (next door neighbor), & Tommy "Saba" Clark
377 Combat Support Group, 21st MedEvac, Vietnam 1969-1971
Riding a HD Fatboy....
Support your local
Viet Nam Vets MC / Legacy Vets MC
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vtxri
Posts: 943
Rhode Island
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| 11 Sep 2007 7:00 PM |
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I continue reading the support from all of our fellow PGR members throughout the country - I am unable to attend but please know that I will be thinking of Greg on Saturday.
Again my thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends and PGR family of Greg. |
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Merlene
Posts: 74
IL PGR Chaplain & Ride Captain Princeton, IL
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| 11 Sep 2007 7:23 PM |
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I am in need of a good picture that I can use for a momento for the family to keep. It will be very small so close-up head shots of his smile would be great. Could some of you send me a few of your favorites to my personal e-mail also? I know the family and myself will really appreciate it.
merlene.freet@insightbb.com
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I am the wife of a Marine veteran. I stand by him with honor and respect.
Humbled to serve My Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ by doing whatever I can to show others the love of God by spreading the Gospel!!
Jesus said, "I am the way, the truth, and the life, no one comes to the Father, but by me." John 14:6 It's not about "religion", it's about a personal relationship with Jesus Christ as your Savior. Do you know Jesus personally??
He suffered and died for all of our sins and is offering the gift of eternal life. Please accept Him and you will receive his gift.
True Love is sacrificial giving...... not just good intentions!!
Photo memories from missions we have done -- www.pgrmemoriesbymerlene.shutterfly.com -- I pray they will bring honor and comfort to those who need it. |
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SlingBlade
Posts: 148
Bonfield, Il. Illinois State Captain
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| 11 Sep 2007 7:41 PM |
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I have given myself two days for the right words to come to me for this, and I have realized and accepted the fact that the right words may never come.
The last time I shared Mission Ground with Greg, we each grabbed one end of a cooler of bottled water and walked the flag line, offering water to those who were standing for a fallen Soldier.
I have the privelage of that memory, walking with that great man, while supporting all those who were supporting what we all stand for.
That was a few months ago.
Prior to and since that Mission, as the State Captain, I have worked very closely with Greg, almost on a daily basis, and mainly via email, in his capacity as the Senior Ride Captain for the northern part of the state.
Greg continuously lead, organized and inspired the membership in his Area of Operation with a style and the success that I have never seen before. He managed to accomplish every Mission and Event that was tasked to him, and there were many. There were times when I thought we were going to have to decline a request, but somehow he managed to make it happen, each and every time.
I know that Greg is not a Veteran, nor did I know him nearly as well as some others did, but I consider Greg to be one of my comrades, and I have had several in my time, but those were in lands far away, and during times of war. Greg is a true Hero. A Hero to America, his family and to his extended family.... the Patriot Guard Riders. I'm sure his family is proud of him, and rightfully so.
The memories of Greg, his style, his accomplishments and his love shall serve as a lesson to all of us. I'm sure he and memories of him, have and will continue to inspire those who knew him. At the same time, I don't think Greg would expect any of us to do everything exactly the way he did, nor always as well as he may have, but to do the best that we all can, as individuals, as well as a Team and to maintain the "Mission First" philosophy. I think that is what he would want. That is what any of us would want. Often times we would hit each other with the same thoughts and ideas, and he would always respond with "great minds think alike". I am honored to think that he felt that way about me, but that's Greg.
Mom and Dad Bowman, my wife and I have experienced the tragic loss of a child, we do know what you are going through. This will be the hardest challenge you have had in your life.
To the remainder of Greg's family, I cannot personally relate to your loss, but I assure you that you have my most sincere respect and full support.
Patriot Guard Riders, we all suffer the loss of our brother Greg, we all greive in our own way. We will accept, personalize and work through this loss individually but yet, lean on each other for the strength to carry on with the Mission.
God Speed,
SlingBlade
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911jb
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| 11 Sep 2007 7:55 PM |
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| For once I am at a loss for words . Greg you will be missed by all . To Mike and the rest of the Bowman family You know I am here if I can help , just say the word Brothers and Sisters . Joe |
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jerrysbee
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| 11 Sep 2007 8:27 PM |
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To The Bowman Families,
My heart is with you in the days to come as you say goodbye to your husband, father, son, brother, your best friend. I did not know Greg personally, through the PGR I had contact with him via email, he was helping me with an issue. From what I have read Greg was dedicated to everything, especeally his family, and always helping others. Greg was one of my earthly Angels who escorted my husband home, for that I am forever grateful, a heart stopping moment. Greg will now be your Heavenly Angel watching over you always. May you find comfort in the memories he has blessed you with as each memory becomes a treasure. My prayers are wth you. God Bless You All!
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52sdc
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Iowa Asst. SC Ankeny, IA
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| 11 Sep 2007 8:35 PM |
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My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Greg Bowman. The PGR has lost one of its own but will never lose the memory of his service. Rest in peace, Greg. We will continue the mission in your honor.
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1st. Lt. Steve Cox, USMC - Mustang, 1967 - 74
Otters - "The Chosen Few"
RVN 1969
Iowa Asst. State Captain
GOE Iowa State Coordinator
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"One man with courage makes a majority" - Andrew Jackson
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Riding in honor of these fallen American heroes:
Pfc Stephen Alsted, USMC - KIA Vietnam 18 Mar 1966
Pfc Paul Drummond, USMC - KIA Vietnam 22 Mar 1966
Pfc Ronald Fitch, USMC - KIA Vietnam 5 Apr 1967
SP4 Harry Cornwell, USA - KIA Vietnam 2 Feb 1968
Pfc Johnny Fogleman, USMC - KIA Vietnam 2 Sep 1968
Pfc Carl Oldfield, USMC - KIA Vietnam 25 Oct 1969 |
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