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towman95 
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Bullhead City Az. FORUM MODERATOR. Arizona Ride Captain
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| 12 Nov 2009 2:58 PM |
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Updated 19 NOV 09 @ 2308edt by Sandy9999
LCpl Justin J. Swanson, 21, Anaheim, CA, 19, 21 NOV 09
Timetable for Saturday
1300 Stage at Starbucks - 14002 Beach Blvd., Westminster, CA 92683
1315 Pre Ride Briefing
1330 KSU to Westminster Memorial Park ( 1/2 mile)
1400 Flag Line and Military Honors at Westminster Memorial Park
WEATHER: Saturday 64/69 Sunny
R/C Scooter
Please go to the following thread and mark the "bug" email me when someone posts to this thread. When updated information is posted you will automatically get an email.
http://www.patriotguard.org/Forums/tabid/61/postid/1276600/view/topic/Default.aspx
Please feel free to attend any portion of this mission you can.
You do not have to be a Veteran or a motorcycle rider to attend this mission. Everyone is welcome. I encourage those who do not ride to attend in your car. If this will be your first mission go to the staging area and you will be briefed there. Dress for motorcycle riding or dress casually if you are driving a cage (car). Please ride/drive safely.
Dave Hobin
"Scooter"
PATRIOT GUARD RIDERS
Cell: 949.791.6013
dhobin@socal.rr.com
PGR SoCal Ride Captain
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updated 18 NOV 09 0855 hrs pdt towman
Attention All hands. The Timetable for Thursday 19 November 2009 has changed.
Revised (as of 0716 PST 18 Nov 09) Timetable for Thursday:
1300 Stage at Katella Deli 4470 Katella Ave. Los Alamitos, CA 90720
1315 Pre Ride Briefing
1330 KSU to Los Alamitos
Following the arrival we will be KSU to Westminster Memorial Park 14801 Beach Boulevard Westminster, CA 92683
WEATHER:
Thursday: 72/77 Sunny
R/C Scooter
Craig H Donor
GySgt USMC (ret)
Cell 909 208 7703
pgrgunny-001@yahoo.com
PGR SoCal State Captain
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Lance Cpl. Justin J. Swanson, 21, of Anaheim, Calif., died Nov. 10 while supporting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan. He was assigned to 1st Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, I Marine Expeditionary Force, Camp Pendleton, Calif.
The PGR has been invited to attend his arrival at Los Alamitos JFTC on Thursday 19 Nov 09 and his Military Honors at Westminster Memorial Park Saturday 21 Nov 09
This will be a two part mission.
Part 1 – Thursday Nov. 19
Justin will be arriving at Los Alamitos JFTC and we will form a flag line as he comes in and then escort him to Westminster Memorial Park. (9 miles)
Part 2 – Saturday Nov. 21
We will form a flag line for his Military Honors at Westminster Memorial Park
Timetable for Thursday
1000 Stage at Katella Deli - 4470 Katella Ave. Los Alamitos, CA 90720
1015 Pre Ride Briefing
1030 KSU to Los Alamitos
1100 Flag line
1130 KSU to Westminster Memorial Park - 14801 Beach Boulevard Westminster, CA 92683
Timetable for Saturday (Not finalized but expected to be afternoon)
TBD Stage at Starbucks (Westminster Av & Beach Blvd)
TBD Pre Ride Briefing
TBD KSU to Westminster Memorial Park
TBD Flag Line at Westminster Memorial Park
TBD Memorial Services
WEATHER:
Thursday: 72/77 Sunny
Saturday 64/69 Sunny
R/C Scooter
Please go to the following thread and mark the "bug" email me when someone posts to this thread. When updated information is posted you will automatically get an email.
http://www.patriotguard.org/Forums/tabid/61/postid/1276600/view/topic/Default.aspx
Please feel free to attend any portion of this mission you can.
You do not have to be a Veteran or a motorcycle rider to attend this mission. Everyone is welcome. I encourage those who do not ride to attend in your car. If this will be your first mission go to the staging area and you will be briefed there. Dress for motorcycle riding or dress casually if you are driving a cage (car). Please ride/drive safely.
Dave Hobin
"Scooter"
PATRIOT GUARD RIDERS
Cell: 949.791.6013
dhobin@socal.rr.com
PGR SoCal Ride Captain
Updated 15 Nov 09 at 0102 EST by Cagerbob
DoD Identifies Marine Casualty
The Department of Defense announced today the death of a Marine who was supporting Operation Enduring Freedom.
Lance Cpl. Justin J. Swanson, 21, of Anaheim, Calif., died Nov. 10 while supporting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan. He was assigned to 1st Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, I Marine Expeditionary Force, Camp Pendleton, Calif.
Additional details will be posted as received
This mission is expected the week of Nov. 16th
RC Scooter
Dave Hobin
"Scooter"
Cell: 949.791.6013
dhobin@socal.rr.com
PGR SoCal Ride Captain
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DoD Identifies Marine Casualty
The Department of Defense announced today the death of a Marine who was supporting Operation Enduring Freedom.
Lance Cpl. Justin J. Swanson, 21, of Anaheim, Calif., died Nov. 10 while supporting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan. He was assigned to 1st Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, I Marine Expeditionary Force, Camp Pendleton, Calif.
For additional background information about this Marine, news media representatives may contact the 1st Marine Division public affairs office at 760-725-8766. | |
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FREEDOM ISNT FREE.
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sig22
Posts: 5839
New Port Richey, Fl
Senior Ride Captain
FL State Captain - Retired
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| 12 Nov 2009 3:30 PM |
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I send my sincere condolences to the family and friends of LCPL Justin J. Swanson. May the Lord comfort you in the difficult days ahead.
Godspeed Justin…..Godspeed…..
Those we love remain with us
For love itself lives on….
Cherished memories never fade
Because one loved is gone.
Those we love can never be
More than a thought apart….
For as long as there is memory,
They live on in our hearts.
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Bobbie Bilotta
Sig22@patriotguard.org
RIDING IN LOVING MEMORY OF:
PGR FL Member and very dear friend MaeLyne "Sidecar Sally" Swofford 13 Aug 11
(I'm gonna miss you girlfriend)
PGR AL/GA Ride Captain and Past National Executive Director Bill "Snap" Lines - 26 Jan 10
"You just don't know when an old vet will Snap"
PGR TN member and friend John "SmokyMtnSporty" Deniakis - 09 Jun 2008
"Optimistically pessimistic about life"
PGR GA Ride Captain (Ret) Mike "Deltoid" Bland - 22 Feb 2008
"It's all good"
PGR FL Senior Ride Captain Jack "Jacklok" Loken - 20 Oct 2007
"Take care...ride safe"
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Daslowpoke
Posts: 1986
New Port Richey, FL
Still
Riding With Respect
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| 12 Nov 2009 3:37 PM |
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My thoughts, prayers, and heartfelt condolences go out to the family and friends of LCpl. Justin J. Swanson. I pray that God will provide them with the comfort that only He can and carry them through this tragic loss.
LCpl. Swanson, a grateful America thanks you for your service and your sacrifice. You will never be forgotten. Our nation mourns the loss of a true American Hero.
May you forever rest in peace... |
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Riding in Memory of:
Bill "Snap" Lines - You just don't know when an old vet will Snap
AL and Ga Ride Capt/Past National Executive Director
John "SmokyMTNSporty" Deniakis - "Optimistically pessimistic about life"
Mike "Deltoid" Bland - "It's All Good"
Jack "jacklok" Loken - "Take Care Ride Safe" |
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hbiker
Posts: 1570
huntington beach
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| 12 Nov 2009 4:20 PM |
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Our sincere condolences go out to the entire family of LCpl. Swanson. May the Lord give you peace, strength and comfort during this difficult time. It is because of warriors like yourself LCpl. Swanson that we continue to live with the freedoms we enjoy. Thank you for your service and fight for our country. May you forever rest in peace.
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mailman
Posts: 50557
West Branch, MI - Michigan Regional Ride Captain (Retired) Zephyrhills, FL - Florida Senior Ride Captain
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| 12 Nov 2009 4:33 PM |
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| My deepest condolences to the family and friends of LCpl. Justin J. Swanson. Rest In Peace Hero. |
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"Eyes on the olive branch, but arrows at the ready."
Jim
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Butchhd
Posts: 487
Anaheim, Ca.
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| 12 Nov 2009 4:46 PM |
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| LCPL Swanson, Thank you for your service to our great nation. You are a TRUE AMERICAN HERO, and we WILL NOT FORGET YOU!!!! We send our condolences to the family and friends of Justin. Gods Speed Marine. SEMPER FI!!!!
Satanding by In Anaheim to HONOR thei HERO. |
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Riding in Memory of my Grandfather, Travis L. Galyean, WWII Veteran;
Riding in Honor and Memory of my Dad, Bill Schmid, Vietnam Vet, Purple Heart Recipient, Mississippi PGR Member;
Riding in Honor for my Brother, Billy Schmid, US Air Force Retired.
Brother in-law, Rob Nelson, US Navy Retired.
USMC, SGT, 9/80 ~ 1/88
Semper Fi
For God and Country
American Legion Riders
Chapter 132,
Orange, Ca
Patriot Guard Riders #93328
IN GOD WE TRUST
PARTNERS MC Road Captain
Standing by in Anaheim Ca.
Butch & Karen
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dlinjerdal
Posts: 2128
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| 12 Nov 2009 5:28 PM |
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| May God Bless and hold close the friends and family of LCpl.Swanson in this most difficult time we are so sorry for your loss we will never forget you Justin we will always have you in lour hearts and forever be garteful to you for our freedom,rest well our hero you are with God now. |
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Pepper_guy
Posts: 25070
Lacey, WA
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| 12 Nov 2009 5:37 PM |
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My sincere condolences and prayers to family and friends of LCpl. Justin J. Swanson, USMC / OEF. LCpl. Swanson, I am forever grateful for your service to our country. Your service and sacrifices will not be forgotten. You are and will remain a "TRUE AMERICAN HERO". May you Forever Rest in Peace.
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monmixr
Posts: 2782
Bartlett, Illinois
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| 12 Nov 2009 6:07 PM |
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My sincere condolences and prayers to family and friends of LCpl. JUstin J. Swanson. I am forever grateful for your service to our country. Your service and sacrifices will not be forgotten. You are and will remain a True American Hero. May you Forever Rest in Peace.
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Eric C. Kuhn
"DustoffDoc"
Past Ride Captain, Illinois
Past ASRC, Illinois
Founder, Families For Forgotten Heroes
http://www.familiesforforgottenheroes.org
"Standing as Family for those that are alone"
When injustice becomes law.....resistance becomes duty.
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jjmack22
Posts: 3339
Ride Captain
Newnan, GA
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| 12 Nov 2009 6:34 PM |
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Karon and I would like to offer our most sincere condolences and prayers to the family and friends of LCpl Justin J. Swanson USMC.
Please rest assured that Justin has now reported to his new duty station and, as the last verse of the Marine Corps Hymn says, is now "Guarding The Streets of Heaven".
“If the Army and the Navy ever look on Heaven’s scenes,
they will find the streets are guarded by United States
Marines”.
Rest well my brother Marine.
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Semper Fi!
Mack
GA Ride Captain
9th Marines, Vietnam 65-66
678-548-1595
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kbell
Posts: 20237
Jacksonville, Florida Ride Captain
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| 12 Nov 2009 8:10 PM |
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| My sincere condolences and prayers to the family and friends of LCpl Justin J Swanson. May your faith give you strength. May your memories give you comfort. May GOD'S love give you peace. |
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Karen (kerrybell) Trone
If you are going to worry then don't pray...
If you are going to pray then don't worry !!
For I know the plans I have for you....
Jeremiah 29:11
Live simply. Love generously.
Care deeply. Speak kindly.
Leave the rest to God.
Earth has no sorrows that heaven cannot heal.
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hdpgsusnavyvet
Posts: 296
Southern California
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| 12 Nov 2009 9:50 PM |
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It saddens me to read of the death of another fine young American hero who gave his all to defend this great country we live in. Words can't express the sorrow I feel for the family and friends of LCpl Justin Swanson. LCpl Swanson's passing is OUR loss as we will now miss out on what promised to be a productive life that would have benefitted us all. Standing by in Riverside, CA if asked to honor this fine American hero. If called upon the SoCal PGR will get commemortave dog tags made for this hero so we can proudly wear them and NEVER forget what the Swanson family has given this day . . .
Buz Sawyer, proud US Navy Vietnam era vet and PGR member |
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Proud UCLA Bruin alum
Proud US Navy CTI Russian linguist / 'airdale' VietNam era vet
Proud son of a WWII Army Air Corp vet / Pacific theater B-17 plane captain
Proud father of a US Army vet who pulled 2 tours of duty in Iraq
Proud SoCal PGR rider since Nov 2007 / ID # 124062 meaning there are AT LEAST 124,062 of us |
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usmc1tanks1984
Posts: 30
San Dimas - California
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| 13 Nov 2009 1:59 AM |
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My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Lance Corporal Swanson. May you find comfort in these trying times knowing that the Nation mourns your loss with you.
This American Hero's service and sacrifice will not be forgotten.
Semper Fi.........rest in peace, Marine.
Standing by in San Dimas.......... |
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USMC 1st Tank Battalion 1984
1st Lt - USMC - Retired
Proud member: Mitchell Redcloud Jr. Det 1363 Marine Corps League
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vander177
Posts: 6199
Vandergrift, PA
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| 13 Nov 2009 5:00 AM |
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Karen and I send our condolences and prayers to the family and friends of U.S. Mrine Corps Lance Corporal Justin J. Swanson. We thank for your military service, sacrifices and the aultimate sacrifice you made for this grateful nation in fighting terrorism and keeping peace worldwide. We thank you for our freedom. You may be gone, but, you will never be forgotten.
The price of freedom is written on the WALL!
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Ralph A. DeLorme, SFC, US Army, Retired
PGR Western PA Asst State Captain (www.pgrpa.org)
PGR (#75,342), Ride Captain, Region 10, PA
American Legion Riders, Post 114, Vandergrift, PA
GWRRA member
DAV Life Member
Riding in memory of Herbert Weltz - US Army - KIA 03-25-68
Riding in memory of our grandson Randy C. DeLorme - April 1986 - December 2001
ALL GAVE SOME - SOME GAVE ALL |
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TMR
Posts: 4267
Willow Springs IL
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| 13 Nov 2009 9:00 AM |
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"There is no greater love", says the Lord, "than to lay down your life for a friend".
Thank you and God Bless you, LCpl Swanson, for being willing to do just that.... for me and mine.
'Rest easy, son, at the top of the stairs.'
Standing in spirit in Willow Springs IL TMR |
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milktoast
Posts: 7577
West Branch, MI Zephyrhills, FL
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| 13 Nov 2009 9:16 AM |
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My heartfelt condolences and prayers go out to the family and friends of LCpl. Justin Swanson. Words alone cannot express my debt and gratitude for the service, dedication and ultimate sacrifice LCpl Swanson has given for my freedom.
This hero will live on in our hearts forever. |
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milktoast@patriotguard.org
Proud wife of a Vietnam Vet.
In memory of my Dad, Korea Vet. In memory of my Father-in-law, WWII Vet.
"We make a living by what we get; we make a life by what we give." ~ Winston Churchill
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Bluejeans92126
Posts: 209
San Diego, CA
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| 13 Nov 2009 10:05 AM |
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Justin, thank you for your service. It is now your end of watch. Rest easy and in peace. I wish you Fair Wind and Following Seas. Marine, I salute you and it will be my honor to ride for you.
My thoughts are with the family and friends of LCpl. Justin Swanson. We live in the Land of the free, because of the Brave! May you all find peace with time.
Bruce aka Bluejeans PO2 USN, Tonkin Gulf Yacht Club
Patriot Guard Riders "Standing For Those Who Stood For Us
VFW 7907
VVA CA0472
USS Bennington Association
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aoop
Posts: 3632
Vidor, Orange County, TX
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| 13 Nov 2009 10:59 AM |
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Vidor,TX
US Navy 1969-1972 Damage Control
jmrichards@aoop.net http://www.myspace.com/stoneagegeek
Travel in Memory of: Pvt Clinton Victor Richards, (Uncle) WWI, USA, KIA, GySgt Joseph B. Richards ,USMC, (Father) WWII, Deceased, SSgt Leroy Richards, USMC, (Uncle) WWII, Deceased, Pvt Dewitt E. Rabalais, USMC, Father in Law, Deceased, Col Gilbert Meibaum, USMC, VN, AO, SN Larry Slaymaker, USN, VN, KIA and each and every Brother and Sister who has worn the uniform and lifted their right hand to make the Promise to willingly die if need be to defend the freedoms of our Citizens and the innocents abroad.
A Mother asked President Bush, "Why did my Child have to die in Afghanistan?" Another Mother asked President Kennedy,"Why did my Child have to die in Vietnam?" Another Mother asked President Truman, "Why did my Child have to die in Korea?" Another Mother asked President F.D. Roosevelt,"Why did my Child have to die at Iwo Jima ?" Another Mother asked President W. Wilson, "Why did my Child have to die on the battlefield of France ?" Yet another Mother asked President Lincoln,"Why did my Child have to die at Gettysburg ?" And yet another Mother asked President G.Washington, "Why did my Child have to die near Valley Forge?" Long, long ago a Mother (Mary) asked, "Heavenly Father, why did my Child have to die on a cross outside Jerusalim?" All the answers are so near the same. One died to save our Souls and the others died to protect our Freedoms. |
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Posts: 22499
Duson, La.
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| 13 Nov 2009 1:51 PM |
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| I am sincerely grateful for the military service of LCpl. Justin J. Swanson to protect our freedom and preserve our way of life. I convey my heartfelt condolences to the family and friends. Rest in peace. |
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American Legion Post 318, Elton, La.
DEFINITION OF A VETERAN
A Veteran - whether active duty, retired, national guard or reserve - is someone who, at one point in their life, wrote a check made payable to "The United States of America", for an amount of "up to and including my life."
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wyowife72493
Posts: 56
Gillette, WY
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| 13 Nov 2009 3:01 PM |
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| To the family and friends of LCpl. Justin Swanson, Our family's thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time. May the memories you have bring you comfort and peace in the days ahead.
Riding with the PGR in spirit....
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In memory of:
Capt. Alex Funkhouser KIA OIF 5/29/06
VMGR-352 Crew KIA over Pakistan 1/9/02
AEAA Kevin Hills KIA Op. Desert Shield 12/23/90
(Grandpa) Ralph Buhite, Army, WWII 4/29/98
(Grandpa) Jim Pifer, USN, WWII 11/2/98
Gene Watt, USN 8/14/09
SSGT Ryan L. Zorn, Army KIA OIF 11/16/09
Lcpl. Jacob Ross, USMC KIA OEF 3/24/10
Lcpl. Sean O'Connor, USMC KIA OEF 6/12/11
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seabeemike
Posts: 109
Thousand Oaks
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| 13 Nov 2009 4:43 PM |
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Easy.
Posts: 9492
Jacksonville, NC Eastern Region Senior Ride Captain
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| 13 Nov 2009 4:51 PM |
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My family and I would like to offer our Most Sincere Condolences to the family and friends of LCpl. JUstin J. Swanson, 21, Anaheim CA.
Thank you for your Service. You are and will remain A TRUE AMERICAN HERO.
We will hold you in our prayers.
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Ride Safe and GOD BLESS,
BARRY (EASY) BERTOLINI
PGR NC Eastern Region Senior Ride Captain
Email: barryb_28546 @yahoo.com
"A simple way to take measure of a country is to look at how many want
in...And how many want out. Only two defining forces have ever offered
to die for you: Jesus Christ and the American Soldier..One died for our
soul, the other for our freedom."
PGR NC Calender
PGR: NC MySpace
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ROBERTRPEARMAN
Posts: 12775
WASHINGTON HEIGHTS, NY
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| 14 Nov 2009 3:09 AM |
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| OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY AND CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF OEF VETERAN LCPL. JUSTIN J. SWANSON (USMC). OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. REST IN PEACE JUSTIN. SEMPER FI. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE. ROBERT AND JUANITA |
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ROBERT R PEARMAN
US AIR FORCE 1961 - 1965
AMERICAN LEGION
VIETNAM VETERANS OF AMERICA
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jackiedorr
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| 14 Nov 2009 6:05 AM |
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Joshua 1:9 "I will be strong and courageous. I will not be terrified or discouraged; for the Lord, my God, is with me wherever I go." To the family and friends of LCpl. Justin Swanson, our prayers and thoughts are with you. Thank you for your service and know that you are always in our hearts.
Jackie Dorr
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| 14 Nov 2009 7:37 AM |
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| LCpl. Justin "Sancho" Swanson was one of my Marines out here in Helmand Province, Afghanistan. His bright smile and humor will never be forgotten by anyone who knew him. I know he would be honored if you rode with him. One of his dreams when he got back was to learn how to ride. I know when you do he'll be grinning from ear to ear. Thank you for what you do for us. Cpl Campbell |
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