Schmidtrock 
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| 28 Feb 2006 3:02 PM |
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Mac has asked me to post this itinerary information. The mission is a GO in Superior, Wisconsin. Following is the pertinent information and FINAL ITINERARY from Mac:
I have spoken with the family of Marine Lance Cpl. Adam VanAlstines family. We are invited to show at the service. The service is Monday, March 6th at 4:00 p.m. at the High school, 2600 Catlin Ave .We are to meet at the mall parking lot at 2:45p.m. , by the theatre sign.The mall is on 28th st. and Hill. I know this is as far away as a Wisconsin mission can be but lets show the family we care. Please remember PGR protocol especially if there uninvited guests there. I would think I need not explain any further. Remember, bring a flag on a pole. 3x5 will work well. In the near future I will have a supply of flags on hand for those who don't or cannot bring one.thanks you, Mac
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No. 172-06
February 28, 2006 |
DoD Identifies Marine Casualty
The Department of Defense announced today the death of a Marine who was supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Lance Cpl. Adam J. Vanalstine, 21, of Superior, Wis., died Feb. 25, from an improvised explosive device in Ar Ramadi, Iraq. He was assigned to 3rd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, I Marine Expeditionary Force, Twentynine Palms, Calif. During Operation Iraqi Freedom, his unit was attached to 2nd Marine Division, II Marine Expeditionary Force (Forward).
Media with questions about this Marine can call the Twentynine Palms Public Affairs Office at (760) 830-5476. |
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mongoose1175
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| 28 Feb 2006 6:02 PM |
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| Thank you, Lance Cpl Vanalstine, for the ultimate sacrifice you have given us. I hope to ride (w/ 4 wheels, of course) to Superior to honor you, if your family allows. |
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GulfWarVet
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| 01 Mar 2006 8:35 AM |
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| Rest In Peace Devil Dog, I'll be there if we are asked. |
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Djerome
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| 01 Mar 2006 10:52 AM |
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R.I.P. Brother
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rikkety
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| 01 Mar 2006 11:23 AM |
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Adam,
Go with the Lord now, and be at the peace you fought for, with all of your Brothers who went before you.
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Gonsam
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| 01 Mar 2006 11:57 AM |
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| Your tour is done. Now your home. God bless. |
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scrambledeggs1978
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| 02 Mar 2006 4:08 AM |
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if we are invited i will be there for your family devil dog. RIP
Kenny Mack
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Some people spend an entire lifetime wondering if they made a difference in the world. But, the Marines don't have that problem.
Ronald Reagan, President of the United States; 1985
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Convict78
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| 02 Mar 2006 11:10 AM |
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tyr_birfrost
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| 02 Mar 2006 11:31 AM |
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| Thank you, Lance Cpl Vanalstine. Rest in peace brother, rest in peace. Meet me at those pearly gates alongside Chesty when my time comes! |
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jesterpb
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| 02 Mar 2006 1:10 PM |
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Rest in peace brother, you will never be forgoton.
We will be there if needed
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Mac
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| 02 Mar 2006 3:40 PM |
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| I initiated contact today. Will post update as soon as I have any info.Thanks to all supporters. |
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pms07
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| 02 Mar 2006 7:55 PM |
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I've been in the military for 28 years now but grew up in Superior and graduated from the high school there. Appreciate any news you can pass-on about services for Lance Corporal Vanalstine. If there's anyway I can attend, I'll be there. My condolences and prayers go to family and friends of this hero.
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ceheidel
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| 03 Mar 2006 10:01 AM |
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Rest eternal grant him, O Lord; and let light perpetual shine upon him.
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BonRu
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| 03 Mar 2006 1:40 PM |
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Mac has asked me to post this itinerary information. The mission is a GO in Superior, Wisconsin. Following is the pertinent information and FINAL ITINERARY:
I have spoken with the family of Marine Lance Cpl. Adam VanAlstines family. We are invited to show at the service. The service is Monday at 4:00 p.m. at the High school, 2600 Catlin Ave .We are to meet at the mall parking lot at 2:45p.m. , by the theatre sign.The mall is on 28th st. and Hill. I know this is as far away as a Wisconsin mission can be but lets show the family we care. Please remember PGR protocol especially if there uninvited guests there. I would think I need not explain any further. Remember, bring a flag on a pole. 3x5 will work well. In the near future I will have a supply of flags on hand for those who don't or cannot bring one.thanks you, Mac
If you can make this mission, please chime in here and let Mac know so he can get somewhat of a headcount!
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RP
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| 03 Mar 2006 2:20 PM |
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Rest in peace my Brother.
Semper Fi
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CaptCone
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| 03 Mar 2006 4:04 PM |
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| The wife & I will be there on Monday |
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SoldiersMom2
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| 03 Mar 2006 5:57 PM |
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Hello all. I'm a new member (1st mission) and I would be able to attend Monday to pay my respects one of America's hero's. I'd be coming from the Waukesha area. It's a pretty long drive to do by myself (6+ hours) but I would be able to take 2 or 3 others along if anyone is interested.
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vwhugger
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| 03 Mar 2006 7:08 PM |
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I'll be there also.
BTW that mall is Mariner Mall. If you are going north into Superior on US 53/US 2 be on the lookout for the Mariner Mall sign to turn at the proper place. (it is not 28th St at that point but will lead to it) That would be the 2nd stoplight coming from the south. The first stoplight is just about underneath a railroad bridge and the 2nd one is about a mile and a half or so up the road. Hope I didn't confuse anyone.
If you are coming up WI 35, just turn right on 28th St and proceed to Mariner Mall.
From MN, I couldn't begin to explain.
Superior is not a very large city so there are no great distances involved once you reach the city limits. but it can be confusing the way it is laid out.
I'll furnish my cell phone number if anyone needs direction on Monday.
Superior is about 2.5 hours from Eau Claire.
And snow is in the forecast for extreme NW 'sconsin on Sunday and Monday. But fairly warm.
John
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Jackson
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| 03 Mar 2006 9:07 PM |
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vwhugger and other,Thanks for the info.This will be my first as well.Please e mail me with any info that will help....Cloths ? ect. I will be coming from Menomonie thru Chetek (for other Reasons) and will be tight as far as time goes as I sure the same for many others.........vwhugger send me your cell # please.
Thanks,
Jack.
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asorceror
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| 03 Mar 2006 9:42 PM |
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From a California newbie to the couple of newbies who just posted. Follow the ride captain's lead, don't let them out of your site for a minute and if you don't understand something or you have a question ask the ride captain immediately. Things happen fast and a newb (I'm one too) can be slow. Show nothing but respect and bring any flags you can (preferably with poles). Dress how you feel is appropriate for the occasion. Most of all honor our newest hero and his/her family in any way you can.
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asorceror
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| 03 Mar 2006 10:02 PM |
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Thank you, Lance Cpl. Adam J. Vanalstine. All gave some, you gave all. That is a debt that can never be repaid.
To the the family and friends I offer my most heartfelt condolances for a son and friend that is irreplaceable.
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Mac
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| 04 Mar 2006 5:24 AM |
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| I talked to LEO and they said WBC will be there. They (WBC)have a particular distaste of Wisconsin for a couple reasons and am sure they will be at their best. LEO requested to stop at our meeting place and to brief us as to what they expect. They were supportive of us on the phone but are willing to issue citations to anyone they said.There is another local fringe group that may cause problems. Try to meet there by2:45 so we can have a quick meet and be on our way. From what I understand the school is a minute from there. To those coming up, thanks alot. I know this is a tough one as it couldn't be any further away. |
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ntn2it
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| 04 Mar 2006 6:08 AM |
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I will be coming up from Manawa. Thank-you for all of the info. I will be leaving Monday morning at 6:00am.
I am humbled to be invited as a member of this group to this young man's funeral.
I will check back later for any updates.
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Bagwaji
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| 04 Mar 2006 7:39 AM |
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Getting there from Minnesota is pretty easy. Take I-35 to the US highway 2 bridge (that's the humungous high one) and just go with the flow to Belknap Street. Follow that East (to your left) almost all the way across town, and take a right on Hill. That takes you right to the Mall.
I'm hoping to make it (sounds like it's a 4-wheel day) -- sending the leave request to boss's home email today. |
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firemedic5586
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| 04 Mar 2006 8:21 AM |
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But for the grace of god go I.
I will be there. What aprt of the Mall/parking lot is the rally point going to be?
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