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Sandy9999 
Posts: 1791
Westminster, MD
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Updated 19 Nov 09 1941 est S Sturgis
Phase 1 : Service
Date: Saturday 21/NOV/09
Ride Captain: Pete Blaine (Sledder) pblaine999@verizon.net
Asst. Ride Captain: Jim Jacobs (Kickstand) jj33503@comcast.net (Update)
Staging Location: 3880 SE Brooklyn, Portland, OR St. Paul Lutheran Church Parking Lot
Staging Time: 0930 hrs
Briefing Time: 0945 hrs
Flag Line: 1000 hrs
Service Begins: 1100 hrs
Phase 2 : Internment
Date: Monday 23/NOV/09 (Update)
Ride Captain: Pete Blaine (Sledder) pblaine999@verizon.net (Update)
Staging Location: Willamette National Cemetery, 11800 SE Mt Scott Blvd., Portland, Oregon 97266 (Up at the Rostrum Flag Pole)
Staging Time: 1030 hrs (Update)
Briefing Time: 1045 hrs (Update)
Flag Line: 1100 hrs (Update)
Service Begins: 1130 hrs (Update)
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Ladies and Gentlemen of the PGR,
We have been given the honor of standing for Ret. SFC Vernon John Alexander. A Veteran of Iraq, 2003-2004.
He was retired from the Army, an avid Harley Rider, member of the Federal Bureau of Prisons (LT Retired). Here is a man that Stood for us, now we will Stand for him. It's because of men like Ret. SFC Vernon John Alexander that we still have the freedoms our families enjoy today. Thank You for your Service! Rest in Peace.
This will be a two part mission.
Phase 1 : Service
Date: Saturday 21/NOV/09
Ride Captain: TBD
Staging Location: 3880 SE Brooklyn, Portland, OR St. Paul Lutheran Church Parking Lot
Staging Time: 0930 hrs
Briefing Time: 0945 hrs
Flag Line: 1000 hrs
Service Begins: 1100 hrs
Phase 2 : Internment
Date: Monday 24/NOV/09
Ride Captain: TBD
Staging Location: WNC 11800 SE Mt Scott Blvd., Portland, Oregon 97266 ( Up at the Rostrum Flag Pole)
Staging Time: 1000 hrs
Briefing Time: 1015 hrs
Flag Line: 1030 hrs
Service Begins: 1100 hrs
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Greg Keller
Bluesbiker@Patriotguard.org
Patriot Guard Riders
Oregon State Captain
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Pepper_guy
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Lacey, WA
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| 17 Nov 2009 8:20 PM |
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My sincere condolences and prayers to family and friends of Vernon John Alexander, U.S. Army Retired / OIF Veteran. SFC. Alexander, I am forever grateful for your service to our country. Your service and sacrifices will not be forgotten. You are a "TRUE AMERICAN HERO". May you Forever Rest in Peace.
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mailman
Posts: 25654
West Branch, MI - Michigan Regional Ride Captain Zephyrhills, FL - Florida Senior Ride Captain
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| 17 Nov 2009 8:28 PM |
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| My sincere condolences to the family and friends of US Army Veteran Vernon John Alexander. Rest In Peace. |
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"Eyes on the olive branch, but arrows at the ready."
Jim
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bluesbiker91
Posts: 520
Oregon State Captain
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| 17 Nov 2009 9:11 PM |
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Our condolences to Leslie, family and loved ones of U.S. Army Ret. SFC Vernon John Alexander. Please know that we share in your loss. May your loving memories bring you comfort and strength in these most difficult days ahead. We would be honored to stand for U.S. Army Ret. SFC Vernon J. Alexander.
SFC Vernon J. Alexander, Stand Down, Your mission here on earth is complete. Go take your place with the Heroes that have gone before you. Thank you for the freedoms my family enjoys today. You are a true hero and we will not forget. Rest in Peace. God Bless. |
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The soul of man is immortal and imperishable.
(PLATO)
Greg---Bluesbiker91
Oregon State Captain
Bluesbiker@Patriotguard.org
Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
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monmixr
Posts: 2289
Bartlett, Illinois
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| 17 Nov 2009 10:13 PM |
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| My heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of this true American Hero. May the Lord give you strength and bring you peace in this time of sorrow. |
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Its NOT about the ride, Its about the SOLDIER, for Christ's sake!
Eric C. Kuhn
Ride Captain
Illinois Patriot Guard Riders
In memory of CPT Steven M. Strickland B/3 AVN BN 15 SEP 1980
In memory of CW3 Donald G. Cicuzza Jr.
In memory of Carl W. Kuhn WWII Vet. 1927-2009 |
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ROBERTRPEARMAN
Posts: 6413
WASHINGTON HEIGHTS, NY
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| 18 Nov 2009 12:51 AM |
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| OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY AND CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF OIF VETERAN VERNON JOHN ALEXANDER (USA/RET). OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. REST IN PEACE VERNON. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE. ROBERT AND JUANITA |
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YOU ARE NEVER REALLY GONE UNTIL YOU ARE FORGOTTEN
ROBERT R PEARMAN
US AIR FORCE 1961 - 1965
AMERICAN LEGION
VIETNAM VETERANS OF AMERICA
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SpyderRyder
Posts: 4255
Orange Park, FL
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| 18 Nov 2009 2:04 AM |
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Thank you for your service SFC Alexander. May you rest in peace.
“Some people’s lives can truly make a difference however long or short their lives on earth. They give the gifts of kindness and of caring. They sow the seeds of friendship and self-worth. Some people’s lives are beautiful examples of putting others first, and when they are gone, the lives of those they touched are so much richer, and the love they shared lives on and on.” |
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Mike (SpyderRyder) Gregory
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igo2xs
Posts: 1312
Salisbury, North Carolina
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| 18 Nov 2009 3:18 AM |
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Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of SFC Vernon John Alexander. May your loving memories, in time, help to ease your pain.
Thank you, SFC Vernon John Alexander, for your service and for protecting the freedom of our country. You will always be remembered as a true American Hero.
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"Riding in Loving Memory of my Cousin USN John David Jackson MIA 1983
Of my Father In Law, 2nd Lt. Ray Greene Huling, USAAC/USAF, WW II Veteran Silver Star recipient 7/26/21 - 3/6/08
And all of our brave servicemen and women that have and continue to defend this great nation."
"Only a life lived for others is a life worthwhile."
Albert Einstein
"The nation which forgets its defenders will be itself forgotten."
Calvin Coolidge
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kbell
Posts: 4432
Jacksonville, Florida Ride Captain
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| 18 Nov 2009 3:27 AM |
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| My sincere condolences and prayers to the family and friends of Vernon John Alexander. 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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HDriderDave1
Posts: 7838
N. AL Ride Capt. Madison, AL
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| 18 Nov 2009 7:09 AM |
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God Bless Vernon John Alexander, family and friends. My sincere and heartfelt condolences to the family and friends. Thank you for your service and sacrifice great warrior. I pray the lord takes you into his Kingdom and may you rest in peace. You will not be forgotten "A True American Hero"! I Salute You Sir! I will be standing there in spirit with my PGR brothers and sisters.
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Lord Jesus help me as I mourn, comfort me with the knowledge of your love which is stronger than death. Enable me to trust you for the future of my love ones and myself. Help me to cast all of my care on you, knowing that the grave holds no power over those who trust in you. Amen. |
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AOC USN (Ret)
Posts: 644
Saint Augustine, Fl
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| 18 Nov 2009 7:33 AM |
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My family and I wish to send our condolences to the family and friends of SFC Vernon J. Alexander. You are a HERO to our country for standing for our freedom so that we may have the liberties that we enjoy everyday. Thank you for your service and sacrifice. You will NEVER be forgotten.
Our prayers and well wishes go out to your family as they try to get through this grievous time.
John D. Schumm
US Navy 1987 - 2008
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For this country, this Warrior has stood the watch.
While some of us were in our beds at night, this Warrior stood the watch.
While some of us were in school learning our trade, this Warrior stood the watch.
Yes, even before some of us were born into this world ... this Warrior stood the watch.
In those years when the storm clouds of war were seen brewing on the horizon of history this Warrior stood the watch.
Many times he would cast an eye home and see his family standing there ... needing his guidance and help ... needing that hand to hold during those hard times ... but he still stood the watch.
He stood the watch for years, He stood the watch so that we, our families, and our fellow countrymen could sleep soundly in safety each and every night knowing that a Warrior stood the watch.
Today we are here to say “Friend, the watch stands relieved. Relieved by those you have led, guided, and trained. You stand relieved. We have the watch.”
GOD BLESS!
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mlmsan
Posts: 7885
Gainesville, Georgia 30501
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| 18 Nov 2009 7:44 AM |
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My sincere condolences to the Family and Friends of SFC Vernon John Alexander, US Army, OIF Veteran. I pray God will give you comfort in your time of sorrow. I am grateful for SFC Vernon John Alexander's, service to our Great Nation and greatly appreciate Him for my freedom. SFC Vernon John Alexander, you are a true American Hero and will not be forgotten. Stand down Soldier, Your mission is complete. Job Well Done. May our Heavenly Father welcome You home to rest.
Peace Be to Us All
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"The will of God will never take you where the Grace of God will not protect you".
Larry "Sir Bear" & "Queen Mary" Sanderson
sirbear@live.com
770-500-6895
Georgia PGR,
Part of It,
Proud of it.
Georgia Mentor Team
U.S Navy Vietnam - 66/67
USS Franklin D. Roosevelt CVA 42
Blue Star Dad
Patriot Guard Rider
VFW Post 5290, Conyers
GVVA Post 5,Conyers
Riding In Memory of my Great Grand Father, John Perry Sanderson, Texas Cavalry Regiment, Civil War. Father, PO1 Weldon A. Sanderson, WWII USN, Pacific Fleet. And in Honor of my Son, SSGT Michael W. Sanderson, Gulf, 2x Iraq, and Mt. Sinai, Egypt. U.S. Army now serving this Nation Proudly in Fort Benning, Georgia. |
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sdoise
Posts: 9614
Duson, La.
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| 18 Nov 2009 10:25 AM |
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| I am sincerely grateful for the military service of Vernon John Alexander 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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Schelly "Toro"
Ride Captain for Lake Charles, La. and surrounding area
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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custer7thcav
Posts: 9415
Hillsboro, Ohio
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| 18 Nov 2009 11:24 AM |
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| My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Vernon John Alexander. Thank you, sir, for your service. God bless you, and be with your family during this very difficult time. Rest in peace. |
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custer7thcav
In honor and memory of
Sgt. Bill L. Mullins, 1/7 Cav, Vietnam '65-'66
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Sledder999
Posts: 556
Gresham, Or
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| 18 Nov 2009 2:35 PM |
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| My sincerest condolences to the family and friends of our fallen brother Vernon John Alexander, OIF Veteran. Thank you for your service Vernon. May our merciful God grant you the eternal peace of His kingdom and comfort to your family. |
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May the road rise up to meet you.
May the wind be always at your back.
May the sun shine warm upon your face,
And the rain fall soft upon your fields.
And until we meet again
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GARYCOLUMBIA
Posts: 1372
Vancouver, WA
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| 18 Nov 2009 3:41 PM |
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| To the family and friends of Vernon Alexander, Marilyn and I wish to extend our deepest sympathy.
We ask the Lord to be with you and grant you Peace during this time of mourning.
We thank Mr Alexander for his Service to this Great Nation. |
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This nation will remain the land of the free only so long as it is the home of the brave.
--Elmer Davis
Gary Everett
USAF A1C
1964-1968
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Uffda
Posts: 14233
Wonder Lake, IL
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| 18 Nov 2009 6:05 PM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of
Vernon John Alexander, USA, OIF Veteran. May God help you though this difficult time and sorrow. He is
one of America's Heroes that will never be forgotten.
Rest Safely and Securely in God's Loving Arms, Vernon.
Going home, going home,
I'm just going home.
Quiet-like, slip away-
I'll be going home.
It's not far, just close by;
Jesus is the Door;
Work all done, laid aside,
Fear and grief no more.
Friends are there, waiting now.
He is waiting, too.
See His smile! See His hand!
He will lead me through.
Morning
Star lights the way;
Restless dream all done;
Shadows gone, break of day,
Life has just begun.
Every tear wiped away,
Pain and sickness gone;
Wide awake there with Him!
Peace goes on and on!
Going home, going home,
I'll be going home.
See the Light! See the Sun!
I'm just going home.
http://lnwbooks.com/data/mp3/15.mp3
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Only two defining forces have ever offered to die for you: 1. Jesus Christ. 2. The American G.I. One died for your soul, the other for your Freedom.
In Memory of Jon Dreymann 08-13-09 WWR NRC Who left us way too soon. Farvel min venn. |
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Bikinbabe
Posts: 836
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| 18 Nov 2009 8:57 PM |
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Leslie, our sincere and heartfelt condolences to you and your family for the loss of your beloved Vernon. We share the burden of your loss and will proudly stand to honor Vernon's life and service to our great nation.
Vernon Alexander, thank you for your service, thank you for your willingness to step up and answer the call that many cannot hear. Thank you for protecting America, and defending the freedoms we all enjoy everyday. Thank you ~~
Rest in Peace~~~
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bikinbabe@patriotguard.org
Iraq War Heroes |
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aoop
Posts: 3498
Vidor, Orange County, TX
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| 19 Nov 2009 8:50 AM |
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James M. Richards
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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Susan Sturgis
Posts: 7918
Bear, DE
In Memory of Ed "Old Iron" Barrett
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| 19 Nov 2009 5:41 PM |
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BootLady
#34204
TOU Enforcement Agent
"In God We Still Trust" Diamond Rio - Diamond Rio's Greatest Hits II
"You may die with nothing, but if you have brought a rainbow into somebody else's life, your mission is complete." |
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Geezer Glide 2001
Posts: 3948
Conroe,Texas
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| 20 Nov 2009 2:20 PM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Sfc.(Ret) Vernon John Alexander ,Thanks for being one of our greatest heroes. God Bless. And God Bless, The fellow soldiers that stands for us everyday.Thank you for your dedicated service and sacrifice to defend this great nation of ours.
We salute you , My Friend
Final Inspection
The soldier stood and faced God,
Which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining.
Just as brightly as his brass.
"Step forward now,soldier.
How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To My Church have you been true?"
The soldier squared his shoulders and said,
"No, Lord, I guess I ain't.
Because those of us who carry guns,
Can't always be a saint.
I've had to work most Sundays,
And at times my talk was tough.
And sometimes I've been violent,
Because the world is awfully rough.
But, I never took a penny,
That wasn't mine to keep....
Though I worked a lot of overtime.
When the bills just got too steep.
And I never passed a cry for help,
Though at times I shook with fear.
And sometimes, God, forgive me,
I've wept unmanly tears.
I know I don't deserve a place,
Among the people here.
They never wanted me around,
Except to calm their fears.
If you've a place for me here, Lord.
It needn't be so grand.
I never expected or had too much,
But if you don’t, I’ll understand.
There was a silence all around the throne,
Where the saints had often trod.
As the soldier waited quietly,
For the judgment of his God.
"Step forward now,soldier
you’ve borne your burdens well.
Walk peacefully on Heaven’s streets;
you’ve done your time in Hell."
- Paul E. Babb Sr.-
Riding loud and proud......But standing tall and silent...........for the American Hero.
..................... " We Will Stand Until Someone Stands For Us ".......................................
Paul E. Babb Sr. ( Ret. LEO )
MCSO-3110
Motorcycle Marshal MS-150
S.E.Tx. P.G.R. Rider .............. " Standing For Those Who Stood For Us "
RC / RG
Conroe, Texas.........................." We Do What We Do Because We Care "
If you have missed knowing me, you have missed nothing. If you have
missed some of my emails, you might have missed a laugh or two .
.....................Riding in memory of....................................................... Riding in Honor of
...............................................My Dad ...................My Brother.......................My Uncle
Sgt.Jack H. Holder Jr. ............Pfc. Leslie Babb...... E4. Roger Babb........SSgt. Juluas C. Sumner
MCSO-3102 .....................................WW II .......... Vietnam Vet.........Three tours Korea Two Germany
DIUSMC Paris Island, Beaufort SC.......42 - 45 ......... 68 - 69...............Two Vietnam.......1947......1971
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HDCraig
Posts: 623
Upland, California SoCal Ride Captain
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| 20 Nov 2009 8:37 PM |
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Craig "HDCraig" Breskin
Upland, CA
Army NG Veteran
3rd Battalion 144th Field Artillery(Loud & Proud)
Proud Patriot Guard Member!!!
American Legion Post 262
American Legion Riders Chapter 777
Riding In Honor of:
Philip J Breskin (USN/Korean War) Father
Dave Edney (USA/Vietnam War) Friend
Riding in Memory of:
Norman Breskin (USN/WWII) MIA/Uncle My namesake
Herman Borkin (USA/WWII) Uncle
Jack Borkin (USA/WWII) Uncle
Spencer T. Karol (USA/KIA Iraq 2003)
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690MedCo
Posts: 4739
Huntington Beach, CA
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| 21 Nov 2009 11:11 AM |
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Glen Owsley
SP4 U.S. Army 1976-1979
Medical Specialist
690th Medical Co (amb)
34th Medical Btn
Ft Benning, GA
U.S. Army Reserve (IRR)1979-1982
Patriot Guard Rider
Leave No Veteran Behind!
Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called the children of God. Matthew 5:9
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Easy.
Posts: 9133
Jacksonville, NC Eastern Region Senior Ride Captain
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| 21 Nov 2009 3:26 PM |
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My family and I would like to offer our Most Sincere Condolences to the family and friends of SFC (Ret) Vernon John Alexander, 43, USA, OIF Veteran, Portland, OR,.
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
CMA Member (Christian Motorcycle Association)
"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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Posts: 685
OFallon, MO
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| My family and I wish to extend our condolences to the family and friends of Vernon J. Alexander. Thank you for your service and sacrifice. You will never be forgotten, I salute you. Rest now my friend for your mission is complete.
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