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Sandy9999 
Posts: 3528
Westminster, MD
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| 19 Nov 2009 6:47 PM |
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Updated 21 Nov 09 1639 est S Sturgis
SHORT NOTICE
Confirmed Mission
Cpl Harold Ray Harper, 96
Shadyside, Ohio
US Army WWII Veteran
Died 16 November 2009
Jacksonville, Florida
Grave Side Services:
Greenwood Cemetery
57842 High Ridge Road
Bellaire, Ohio
22 November 2009@1400hrs-(2:00pm)
Staging:
Greenwood Cemetery
22 November 2009@1315hrs-(1:15pm)
District #6 Ride Captain Robin Burns is assigned this mission of Honor and Respect. Please follow her instructions and dress per the weather conditions. Make sure you bring your 3x5 American Flags; we will be standing a flag line at the interment site. Please if it is inclement weather get to the mission the safest way you can.
Bob Woods
Ohio State Captain
Patriot Guard Riders
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Updated 21 Nov 09 1540 est S Sturgis
*******STAGING INFORMATION*******
Sunday Nov. 22
There will be NO Escort! We will set the flag line at graveside
Staging : - 1:00 PM at Bellaire Kroger Store
381 West 26t
Bellaire, OH 43906
KSU No later than 1:20 PM
We will then travel 1.4 miles to Cemetery and set the Flag Line.
Greenwood Cemetery
57842 High Ridge Road
Bellaire, OH
There will be a short grave-side service by Rev. Glen Baker, Followed by the Moundsville Honor Guard graveside service.
Directions to Bellaire Kroger's
ALL, Take the 26th street exit off of Ohio St ..Rt. 7
If coming from the North, take a right at the bottom of exit ramp, go straight thru traffic light, Krogers is on the right
If coming from the south, turn left at bottom of exit ramp, go straight thru the traffic light, Krogers is on the right
PLEASE BRING YOUR 3 X 5 FLAGS
Bernie Doyle
WV Ride Captain
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Updated 20 NOV 09 @ 2333edt by Sandy9999
The Patriot Guard Riders have been requested to stand in Honor and Respect for Cpl Harold R. Harper, 96, U.S. Army WWII Veteran, as he is laid to rest on Sunday, 22 November, at 1400.
Florida PGR paid honors to Cpl Harper today in Jacksonville and he is being transported to Moundsville, WV for graveside services on Sunday.
Arrangements are being handled by Altmeyer Funeral Home in Moundsville, WV. Details of our participation, beyond standing a flag line during graveside services, are still being worked out. Strong possibility exists that we will be requested to provide escort from Moundsville to Greenwood Cemetery in Bellaire, OH.
WV RC Bernie Doyle is the RCIC for this mission.
Please follow this thread for updates and make a concerted effort to stand for another of America's Greatest Generation.
On-line condolences may be made at: http://obit.altmeyer.com/obitdisplay.html?task=Print&id=728125&listing=Current.
Respects,
Joe
The Patriot Guard Riders have been requested to Stand in Honor of Harold Ray "Hal" Harper, US Army WWII Veteran. Hal served with Battery C 232nd Field Artillery, Battalion 42nd Infantry Division from 1943-1946 attaining the rank of Corporal.
Hal was Jacksonville's oldest living Veteran he was also a member of American Legion Post 283 and had served two terms as Financial Advisor and Accountant.
Harold "Hal" Harper is proceeded in death by his first wife of sixty three years, Nellie G. Iannone Harper. Hal was still a "newlywed" to his second wife of two and a half years, Geraldine B. "Geri" Toole- Harper
So many years ago Hal Stood for US, it is now our time to Stand for him.
Visitation / Services, Friday, 20 Aug 09
Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home
Chapel Hill Memory Gardens
850 Saint Johns Bluff Rd N
Jacksonville, FL 32225
Map; http://tinyurl.com/3at99a
Stage: 12:30pm
Brief: 12:40
Set Line: 12:50
Interment will follow the services.
Please bring your 3x5 American flag to Honor a Hero of one of America's Greatest Generations.
NOTE: For those that may recognize this location. On 13 Aug 07 the Patriot Guard Riders Stood for Peter C. Sorenson, USMC WWII Veteran. At the time of his passing Sgt Sorenson was Jacksonville's oldest Veteran at the age of 96. I would like to believe that Sgt Sorenson will be Standing with US as he Welcomes CPL Harper to his final rest.
Forecast: Friday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 72. North wind between 7 and 10 mph.
Ride Captain: Ralph "Drem" Terreault, drem@patriotguard.org
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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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| 19 Nov 2009 6:53 PM |
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| My sincere condolences to the family and friends of US Army WWII Veteran Harold Ray 'Hal' Harper. Rest In Peace Sir. |
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"Eyes on the olive branch, but arrows at the ready."
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deaconbiker
Posts: 879
Charleston, WV
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| 19 Nov 2009 7:05 PM |
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We mourn the loss of yet another member of “The Greatest Generation”. It’s because of the sacrifices of the past, so unselfishly rendered by heroes like Hal Harper, that we have the freedoms our nation enjoys today. May the friends and loved ones of Mr. Harper stand proudly, knowing thousands of patriots across this country are very appreciative of those who have stepped up over the years, to defend America. Well done, Sir!
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WV Patriot Guard, Assistant State Captain- South
USN- VT-28, VT-31, VA-85 (AMH-2)
ANG- 130AW (CMSgt- Retired)
Desert Shield/Desert Storm/OIF/OEF/GWOT
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GoGirl
Posts: 82
Jacksonville, FL
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| 19 Nov 2009 7:53 PM |
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To the family and friends of Harold Ray 'Hal' Harper,
My Sincere condolences for the loss of your loved one. He will always be remembered as a American Hero for his service to secure our freedom. My deepest Appreciation to him always. God Bless
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Proud Army Aunt of the late SSG Worrell, 702nd BSB
4/2 Stryker Brigade Combat Team .. "RIP".. (1974-2010)
In memory of my Father, Navy Retired
Morris Franklin Worrell 'Buddy'
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Pepper_guy
Posts: 25070
Lacey, WA
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| 19 Nov 2009 8:00 PM |
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My sincere condolences and prayers to family and friends of Harold Ray "Hal" Harper, U.S. Army / WWII Veteran. Cpl. Harper, 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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sneakysnake
Posts: 8886
Panama City, Fl.
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| 19 Nov 2009 8:20 PM |
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Gail and I extend our deepest sympathies to the family of Harold Ray "Hal" Harper. You all will be in our thoughts and prayers.
It saddens us to lose another of the "Greatest Generation" and an important part of our history.
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James Davis
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Honored to be a member of the Flag Line, the most important position in this organization.
It Ain't Easy Bein' Me!
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Jaxeagle
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| 19 Nov 2009 8:57 PM |
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I am unable to attend due to a prior commitment. My Sincere condolences for the loss of your loved one. He will always be remembered as a American Hero for his service to secure our freedom. It saddens us to lose another of the "Greatest Generation" and an important part of our history.
May he now rest in everlasting peace.
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aoop
Posts: 3632
Vidor, Orange County, TX
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| 19 Nov 2009 9:01 PM |
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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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kbell
Posts: 20237
Jacksonville, Florida Ride Captain
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| 19 Nov 2009 10:13 PM |
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| My sincere condolences and prayers to the family and friends of Harold Ray "Hal" Harper. May your faith give you strength. May your memories give you comfort. May GOD'S love give you peace. Thank you Hal for my freedoms. You are my hero. |
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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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SpyderRyder
Posts: 6637
Orange Park, FL
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| 20 Nov 2009 12:26 AM |
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Thank you for our freedom Mr Harper. 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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It's all about freedom! |
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monmixr
Posts: 2782
Bartlett, Illinois
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| 20 Nov 2009 12:44 AM |
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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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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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ROBERTRPEARMAN
Posts: 12775
WASHINGTON HEIGHTS, NY
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| 20 Nov 2009 1:01 AM |
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| OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY AND CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF WWII VETERAN HAROLD RAY "HAL" HARPER (USA). OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. REST IN PEACE HAROLD. 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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igo2xs
Posts: 1321
Salisbury, North Carolina
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| 20 Nov 2009 2:42 AM |
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Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of WWII Veteran, Harold Ray 'Hal' Harper. May your loving memories, in time, help to ease your pain.
Thank you, Harold Ray 'Hal' Harper, 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 Samuel Ernest Collins II, Merchant Marines/US Coast Guard WW II Veteran,
Of my Father In Law, 2nd Lt. Ray Greene Huling, USAAC/USAF, WW II Veteran Silver Star recipient 7/26/21 - 3/6/08
My 4th Great GrandFather Samuel Y. Jameson Who fought in the American Revolution
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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Wayne18
Posts: 1113
Interlachen, Fl. Assistant State Captain
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| 20 Nov 2009 3:36 AM |
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| My sincere condolences to the family and friends of USA, WWII Veteran, Harold Ray "Hal" Harper. May God comfort you in this time of sorrow. |
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Wayne Howell
USMC 1957-1968
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AOC USN (Ret)
Posts: 644
Saint Augustine, Fl
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| 20 Nov 2009 6:41 AM |
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My family and I wish to send our condolences to the family and friends of Harold R. Harper. 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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jbm1955
Posts: 1283
Jacksonville, Florida
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| 20 Nov 2009 8:43 AM |
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| My heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Harold Ray 'Hal' Harper, 96, USA WWII Veteran. His service to our country is deeply appreciated. God Bless! |
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"The soldier above all others prays for peace, for it is the soldier who must suffer and bear the deepest wounds and scars of war."
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mlmsan
Posts: 12827
Gainesville, Georgia 30501
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| 20 Nov 2009 8:55 AM |
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My sincere condolences to the Family and Friends of Harold Ray 'Hal' Harper, US Army, WWII Veteran. I pray God will give you comfort in your time of sorrow. I am grateful for Harold Ray 'Hal' Harper, service to our Great Nation and greatly appreciate Him for my freedom. Harold Ray 'Hal' Harper, 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
North Georgia Ride Captain
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, US Army SFC Michael W. Sanderson, Gulf, 2x Iraq, and Mt. Sinai, Egypt. Now serving this Nation Proudly in Fort Stewart, Georgia. |
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custer7thcav
Posts: 11203
Flagler Beach, Fla
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| 20 Nov 2009 1:23 PM |
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| My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Harold Ray Harper. 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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Geezer Glide 2001
Posts: 5700
Conroe,Texas
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| 20 Nov 2009 1:46 PM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Harold Ray "Hal" Harper ,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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milktoast
Posts: 7577
West Branch, MI Zephyrhills, FL
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| 20 Nov 2009 3:13 PM |
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| My heartfelt condolences and prayers go out to the family and friends of Harold "Hal" Harper. I am forever grateful to this hero of the Greatest Generation for his service and sacrifices. May he rest in peace. |
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Janet
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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dshaffer327
Posts: 127
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| 20 Nov 2009 8:43 PM |
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AS LONG AS WE LIVE
YOU SHALL LIVE
AS LONG AS WE LIVE
YOU SHALL BE REMEMBERED
AS LONG AS WE LIVE
YOU SHALL BE LOVED
Dave Shaffer
WV PGR
101st Airborne Div.
1/327TH INF
VIET NAM
1970/71
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Sandy9999
Posts: 3528
Westminster, MD
Ride Captain
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| 20 Nov 2009 9:35 PM |
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Sandy Hohne, Carroll County, Maryland Ride Captain and Forum Moderator
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ultraclassic
Posts: 2643
Parkersburg, WV
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| 20 Nov 2009 10:13 PM |
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Thank you, Hal, for your honored service to our great country during a time of great ordeal in our history. It is because of men like you, who have gone before us, that enable us to continue to live in the greatest country on earth. May God welcome you with open arms as you approach the Gates of Heaven.
May your family and friends find comfort in His healing and mercy and may they realize that you shall continue to watch over them from your place among the Angels.
Stand at ease Corporal! Your mission is now complete. It will be our Honor to stand for you as you find your final rest. God Speed, Sir.
Respects,
Joe
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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
"Some people spend an entire lifetime wondering if they made a difference in the world. But the U.S. ARMED FORCES don't have that problem." ..... Ronald Reagan
Joe Cumblidge
State Captain
West Virginia Patriot Guard
UOV HOG Chapter
RM1 USCG 1969-80
304-834-1576 (H)
304-534-1150 (C)
Montani semper liberi (Mountaineers are always free)
WestVirginia@patriotguard.org
www.wvpatriotguard.org
Riding in silent Honor and Respect for my good friend, Bob Moyer, US Army 1974-77; US Coast Guard 1983-94; Bridgeville, DE Firefighter and Delaware State Captain.
In Memory of the crew of HU16E CGNR 2123, lost on SAR mission off Corpus Christi, TX on 21 September 1973:
LCDR Francis W. Miller (CG Aviator #1164)
LTJG Jerald M. Mack (CG Aviator #1567)
AD1 Harold D. Brown, Jr.
AM2 Benjamin R. Gaskins, Jr.
AT2 John F. Harrison
AT2 John P. Pledger
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Florida Shamrock
Posts: 3444
Ellenton, Florida
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| 21 Nov 2009 4:51 AM |
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I would like to offer my sincere condolences to the family and friends of Harold Harper. May you rest in peace my friend, wrapped in the loving arms of God Almighty. Thank you for your service to this great country.
Vietnam 67-68
VFW Member
Tan Son Nhut Association - tsna.org
Retired Deputy Sheriff (27 years)
Riding for POW/MIA’s - “You Are Not Forgotten”
Weekly article (page 4) under “Military and Motorcycles” - northrivernewsonline.com
"For those that have fought for it, Freedom has a flavor the protected will never know" - U.S. Marine, Khe Sanh, 1968
“Some people complain because God put thorns on roses, while others praise Him for putting roses among thorns”
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PROUDUSA
Posts: 2682
Belmont OH
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| 21 Nov 2009 6:22 AM |
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| My sincere condolences to the Family and Friends of Harold Ray 'Hal' Harper, US Army, WWII Veteran.
Thank you Sir for you service to Our Great Country. A true American Hero! You will never be forgotten. God Bless |
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Cheryl J Skinner
OH & WV PGR
Ride Captain
Belmont OH
"American by Birth, Christian by the Grace of God"
In God We Still Trust!
POW COL. Owen G. Skinner USAF 12-12-70
Gary "Gar" Schmitt
1965 - 2011
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