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Subject: MISSION COMPLETE ~ Petty Officer 1st Class Jerry A. Tharp, 44, of Muscatine, Iowa / Aledo IL.~ 22 Jul 06

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jalger User is Offline
Posts: 721
Crystal Lake, IL.




18 Jul 2006 2:59 PM Alert 
Ride safe all.
You too Scoot,
Big Joe
Crystal Lake IL
Big Joe
Crystal Lake, IL.
Ride Captain Warrior's Watch
www.warriorswatch.org
All gave some.
Some gave all.
Navywife313 User is Offline
Posts: 7
Moline Illinois
18 Jul 2006 3:14 PM Alert 
The Slammer is the old Mercer CO Jail, so it would be a unique experience to stay in. There are also several small places to eat, and a HARDEE's and McDonalds. I've only been there when it was a jail-haha.
patriotic queen User is Offline
Posts: 52
18 Jul 2006 3:20 PM Alert 
just to let ya'll know the Wal-Mart in Aledo is a home town store they close
at 9 PM every night!! and open at 7 AM every day!! little town probably all
shuts down early. just thought you'd like to know. Linda
cgbrocksmith User is Offline
Posts: 1291
Quincy, IL - "Defend Those Who Defended Us"
18 Jul 2006 5:06 PM Alert 
ESCORT UPDATE - AIRLINE CURRENTLY RUNNING 1 HR LATE.


MIAP Central US Operations Coordinator


"To Care For Him Who Shall Have Borne The Battle" - Abraham Lincoln



President Abraham Lincoln stated in the Gettysburg Address:



"From these honored dead we take increased devotion to

that cause for which they here gave the last full measure of devotion - that we
here highly resolve that these dead shall not have died in vain."



Dying for Freedom isn't the worst that could
happen...BEING FORGOTTEN IS!



Respect and truth, not law, counters the obnoxious!

 
greendragon71 User is Offline
Posts: 5
18 Jul 2006 5:29 PM Alert 
Just another note to any PGR'es who need lodging in the Galesburg area. Our home is available for 3 or 4. We have cats and a dog. Fridge is usually bare and the cook is always on strike. The beds are clean, though, and free. Call 309-343-4215.
cgbrocksmith User is Offline
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Quincy, IL - "Defend Those Who Defended Us"
18 Jul 2006 5:49 PM Alert 
MAX RECEIVED THIS EMAIL AND ANDREA HAS GIVEN ME PERMISSION TO PASS IT ON TO ALL OF YOU:

----- Original Message -----
Sent: Monday, July 17, 2006 6:05 PM
Subject: Mission - PO1 Jerry Tharp

 
I just wanted to thank you for all that you are doing.  My husband is in Iraq with this Seabee Unit and it means so much to them that the PGR will be attending the services for Jerrry Tharp. 
 
When they lost two members prior to this, the first question they asked was if the PGR would be there..  it gave them security in knowing that their solider was being cared for.  After the services the unit was sent photos of the PGR and it brought them comfort to see the support. 
 
Please know that your work is very much appreciated by the families and those still serving.  
 
Andrea DelSignore
Wife to Seabee with NMCB 25
Minneapolis, MN

WHAT YOU DO MATTERS TO MANY.  RIDE WITH RESPECT PGR!


MIAP Central US Operations Coordinator


"To Care For Him Who Shall Have Borne The Battle" - Abraham Lincoln



President Abraham Lincoln stated in the Gettysburg Address:



"From these honored dead we take increased devotion to

that cause for which they here gave the last full measure of devotion - that we
here highly resolve that these dead shall not have died in vain."



Dying for Freedom isn't the worst that could
happen...BEING FORGOTTEN IS!



Respect and truth, not law, counters the obnoxious!

 
Old Coastie User is Offline
Posts: 367
Wayne, Illinois
18 Jul 2006 5:51 PM Alert 
For those of you running the escort tonight, God Speed and God Bless.

In every war, certain communities are called upon to offer their sons and daughters to fight for America's honor.

In every war, certain communities have been called upon to provde The Heroes.

We don't know why these communities are called upon, but we thank God when they respond.

Galesburg has responded, offered up their best, and their best have stepped forward to defend this great nation.

We honor them and will never forget the great sacrifice of individuals, families, and communities that provided the Heroes of our generation.

Our children and their children, and all who follow, will remember the selfless sacrifice of our fallen in this conflict, and will remember that it was through that sacrifice that we all live free.

God Bless the family and friends of PO1 Jerry A. Tharp . . . and God Bless Galesburg, Illinois.

Respectfully,

John
Coastie
ugibugi User is Offline
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18 Jul 2006 7:02 PM Alert 
My condolences to the family and friends of yet another fallen hero from this area. It will be my great honor stand in respect and to bring PO1 Jerry Tharp home this Saturday.
DrWho User is Offline
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18 Jul 2006 7:12 PM Alert 

My condolences to the Tharp family.

This hero will not be forgotten.

Please forward my condolences to the family, and if they have any photos and info on Jerry  that I can ad to his tribute page to please send them to me..   It is my mission to help people remember who this hero is.

You're also welcome to email me some of the PGR Mission photos to ad.

I wish all the riders a safe ride and a good mission.

I thank you all for supporting our fallen heroes and their families.

Q

www.IraqWarHeroes.org & www.AfghanistanWarHeroes.org

 





dlivezz User is Offline
Posts: 2
Muscatine, Iowa
18 Jul 2006 8:27 PM Alert 
Our condolences to the family of Petty Officer Tharp's Family.  We will be at the visitation and services on Fri and Sat. 
SPC David Livezey
Det 1 A co 334 BSB 34 INF
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2168 Trans Co
106 Trans Bn
101 Airborne Div
OIF II 2004-2005
patriotic queen User is Offline
Posts: 52
18 Jul 2006 9:16 PM Alert 
news channel here just said they are gonna be 3 hours late......probably
wont be into Aledo till between 1 am and 2 am. I dint have a ride there
so listening to the radio and tv those who went are gonna have a very
long night. May they all return safely.
ms country User is Offline
Posts: 21
19 Jul 2006 1:42 AM Alert 
chris I have pictures from some missions here in galesburg, I saw Andrea's post I would be happy to send them over to the troups, talk to you sat. with copies.
ms country
wataga Il
Preacherman User is Offline
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19 Jul 2006 2:00 AM Alert 
Home safe & sound at 02:30hrs from the Escort Mission. Still a bit choked up from the incredible turnout of support. Not only from the PGR, (35 bikes were counted at Princeton, plus those who continued on from O'Hare) but the communities of Milan, Oak Grove, Preemption, Viola and especially Aledo. Wonderful people. Thank you for allowing us to escort Jerry home.


Preach
cgbrocksmith User is Offline
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Quincy, IL - "Defend Those Who Defended Us"
19 Jul 2006 2:29 AM Alert 
ESCORT MEDIA LINK:

http://qconline.com/archives/qco/sections.cgi?prcss=display&id=297566


MIAP Central US Operations Coordinator


"To Care For Him Who Shall Have Borne The Battle" - Abraham Lincoln



President Abraham Lincoln stated in the Gettysburg Address:



"From these honored dead we take increased devotion to

that cause for which they here gave the last full measure of devotion - that we
here highly resolve that these dead shall not have died in vain."



Dying for Freedom isn't the worst that could
happen...BEING FORGOTTEN IS!



Respect and truth, not law, counters the obnoxious!

 
GBowman User is Offline
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Princeton, Illinois Senior Ride Captain in Northern Illinois
19 Jul 2006 2:43 AM Alert 
My co-pilot and I made it safely back to Princeton at 3:30 AM. Outstanding job tonight PGR! Not one rider left the rally point when we learned of the long delay. Dedication and respect. We are proud to be a part of this group.

Greg Bowman and son Mike
Greg Bowman
Senior Ride Captain
Illinois PGR
BSS Founding Member
cgbrocksmith User is Offline
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Quincy, IL - "Defend Those Who Defended Us"
19 Jul 2006 5:11 AM Alert 
WELL DONE PGR.  DURING THIS TRYING TIME, LET US NOT FORGET AND BE THANKFUL THAT JOSH ECKLEY, OF LITTLE YORK, ILLINOIS, IS RECOVERING FROM HIS SERIOUS WOUNDS THAT HE SUFFERRED WHEN HIS HUMVEE WAS DESTROYED BY AN IED.  OUR PRAYERS ARE ALSO WITH HIS FAMILY IN THE GALESBURG/MONMOUTH AREA AND IF THERE IS ANYTHING WE CAN DO TO EASE YOUR PAIN, PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CONTACT ME. 

HERE IS THE NEWS LINK CONCERNING JOSH:

http://www.reviewatlas.com/articles/2006/07/18/news/local/news2.txt


MIAP Central US Operations Coordinator


"To Care For Him Who Shall Have Borne The Battle" - Abraham Lincoln



President Abraham Lincoln stated in the Gettysburg Address:



"From these honored dead we take increased devotion to

that cause for which they here gave the last full measure of devotion - that we
here highly resolve that these dead shall not have died in vain."



Dying for Freedom isn't the worst that could
happen...BEING FORGOTTEN IS!



Respect and truth, not law, counters the obnoxious!

 
blueangel User is Offline
Posts: 468
Center, Mo. NE MO. R/C *Mo. RW&B* PGR New Member Contact Person
19 Jul 2006 6:46 AM Alert 
Good to hear that the first part of the mission was without incident, hwy speeds at night still scare me.
Car_do4 and myself will be making the trip on saturday for the last leg of this mission. We will be leaving
the NE Missouri area going up through Quincy Il. if anyone wants to hook up...email me. We'd be there
for friday night, but "jobs" get in the way. (should be about a 4 hr trip up/over for us)

~blueangel (Hollie)
Riding in Honor of my Daddy, PFC Bill "ol man" Griffin US Army WW2 Mars Task Force-Merrils Maruders-Burma India Tour and all the "Daddys" from that great generation of warriors.
Harleydoc User is Offline
Posts: 85
Philo, Illinois
19 Jul 2006 6:54 AM Alert 
Home at 05:30 hrs and would do it again.  The turn out on the square was great.  New faces and new friends and no complaints of the delays.  The job needed to be done and the PGR did it.  Thanks to all on the first and second leg of the escort.  Going to have to re-engineer my flag pole---doesn't like 80 mph!!  Joe from Colfax--did you make it home safe?  See all on Saturday.

Steve
It takes a minute to find a special person,
An hour to appreciate them,
A day to love them,
But an entire life to forget them.
WE NEVER FORGET!

"PRIDE IS WHY I RIDE"
Chicago Harley Man User is Offline
Posts: 19
19 Jul 2006 7:14 AM Alert 
Made it back to Elgin at about 0300...tired, a bit cold around the edges but with a warm glow deep inside.  On the dark stretches of interstate on the way home, I couldn't help but think back to the dark days after Nam and the way we were treated when we returned. 

These missions, although incredibly sad are, for some of us, incredibly healing.  The memory from this mission that will stick with me was the sight of a group of total strangers, standing quietly with flags on a darkened overpass above I-80, at 12:30 AM, after a three hour wait, just to say thank you to this fallen soldier.  It was more inspiring than a ticker tape parade down Main street.

I have gained far more from these missions than I could possibly give. 

NEVER AGAIN...
SEMPER FI
TRACYFDS User is Offline
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19 Jul 2006 7:53 AM Alert 
Home safe 4:45  My birthday dinner was cold but that's why they make microwaves . What a great way to spend my birthday. Thank you to Jerry's family for spending time with us and sharing your memories with us . Our hearts share in your loss, we will be there with you though this trying time .  It was obvious Jerry had a very loving and caring family and community.  See everyone Sat.  Joe
oldude User is Offline
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Aledo, IL
19 Jul 2006 7:57 AM Alert 
I honestly don't know how to express my feelings/thoughts about last night. I got to meet and talk to Illinois Cowboy and Greendragon71. A freind of mine here in Aledo also joined last night.
As I stood on the edge of central park with the luminaries at my feet waiting for the motorcade to come. We got a report that they were on the Boden Hill heading to Viola so depending upon their speed it should be another 15-20 minutes before getting to Aledo. We stood their for the most part silently. Then like Radar O'Reilly on mash you could faintly hear the bikes. People stood quitely on the curb, flags and candles in hand. We all knew that Jerry was finally home.

To those who rode thru the darkness to bring a stranger home..... God Bless you and your families.
GBowman User is Offline
Posts: 102
Princeton, Illinois Senior Ride Captain in Northern Illinois
19 Jul 2006 7:58 AM Alert 
Rally point in Princeton for the Tharp funeral - As has now become the usual, there will be a rally point in Princeton on Saturday to travel to Galesburg for Petty Officer Tharp's funeral. We will collect at the Road Ranger truckstop at Exit 56 on I-80 which is the Princeton exit. Easy to find from any direction. Staging in Galesburg is at Noon so we will collect in Princeton at 10:00 AM. Kickstands up at 10:30 AM will put us at the staging area at Noon. Feel free to email me with any questions.

Greg Bowman
greg.bowman@insightbb.com
Greg Bowman
Senior Ride Captain
Illinois PGR
BSS Founding Member
silverbeard7 User is Offline
Posts: 118
19 Jul 2006 8:07 AM Alert 
I have had an unexpected family commitment occur and will be unable to take part in this mission as planned.  Thank you to all who are able to attend and honor this great soldier and family.  My thoughts and prayers will be with you all.

Silverbeard
kkuhns User is Offline
Posts: 102
Des Plaines, IL
19 Jul 2006 9:26 AM Alert 
Made it back to Des Plaines at 4:30am, words cannot express what an honor it was to make the escort from Chicago to Aledo. Driving in my truck in at the tail end of the escort, there were many times after Princeton that I could not even see the Lead LEO that's how long the escort was. Last night was my first escort mission and I can say that I will never forget it. Thank you Seabee Tharp for serving our country proud.
I Salute You.

Kate
Always Remember, Never Forget The Men and Women that have walked many, many miles to protect this great country that we call home.

Proud member of the 101st Airborne Division 2001-2004
gusotto User is Offline
Posts: 11
Peosta, Iowa
19 Jul 2006 10:07 AM Alert 
My sincere sympathy to the Jerry Tharp family. I'll be attending.

I have a nephew who will return to the same area in Iraq where Jerry was killed. His job is searching for IED's from a HumVee. God grant him a safe return next year. He is home now on leave but returns this weekend.

I will be leaving from Dubuque, IA. on Saturday morning. I emailed the info to our H.O.G group and there is interest of a group ride for Jerry.

I attended the services for Jaime Jaenke in Iowa Falls. It changed me. I'm glad I went and this is a wonderful organization.

I stopped to get my PGR patch sewed on my vest. Usual wait is a week. When I explained what it was for, she said she had heard of the group and it was a wonderful thing we did.
She sewed my patch on immediately and wouldn't take any payment. Said it was her small thing she could do.
I got a lump in my throat and couldn't even say thank you easily. We both nodded heads in acknowledgement. It really gets to the heart of everybody.

See you on Saturday, hopefully with a group from the Dubuque area. Anyone that wants to come along my email is dbqshark@msn.com
phone 563-556-5851
cell 563-590-5089
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