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Susan Sturgis 
Posts: 5956
Bear, DE
In Memory of Ed "Old Iron" Barrett
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| 23 Jun 2007 8:32 AM |
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Updated 26 Jun 07 at 2332 EDT by cagerbob
This just in,
Please be prepared to execute the second portion of our mission statement.
*** Itinerary Update ***
Escort:
Spc Clifton will arrive at Decatur Airport Thursday, June 28 at 8:53
Staging will be from 7:00 to 8:15,
Briefing at 8:15
KSU at 8:25 Rural King at the intersection of 36 and 121
Visitation:
Friday 29th (Times have been listed below)
Funeral:
Saturday 30th (Times have been listed below.)
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Updated 24 Jun 07 at 0619 EDT by cagerbob
Updated 24 june 07 at 2130 cst by Bigrock
updated 25 June 07 harly69g
Tentative plans
NO DATES HAVE BEEN SET AT THIS TIME
But Probably end of this week
Services will be held at the Dawson Wikoff Funeral Home 105 West Main Street Mt Zion, Illinois
Escort
We will provide an escort from the Decatur Airport to the Dawson & Wikoff Funeral Home in Mt Zion.
Staging: at the Rural King at the intersection of Rte 121 and Rte 36 just East of Decatur Lake. Stage in the NW Corner of the parking lot. Flag line at the funeral home until family leaves. Time TBA
Visitation 4 -8
Staging: at Hucks on Rte 121 on the East side of the road with a large US Flag in Mt Zion.
1:30 to 2:20 .
2:00 Ride Captain Briefing
Mission Briefing 2:15 KSU at 2:30
Flag line at 2:45
Funeral services
Staging: Same as visitation 10:30 to 11:30
11:00 Ride Captain Briefing
11:20 Mission Briefing KSU 11:30
Flag line at 11:45
Services at 1:00.
Ride Captain Ken Brumley 309 825-4810
Jim & Ronnie Storck 217-292-4709
Support Vehicle Chris Brumley 815-383-1430
The family has requested PGR attendance.
Information will be posted as it becomes available.
Gary[Cowboy]Schrock
Assistant State Captain
.Illinois Patriot Guard Riders
Sheriff of the POSSE
Proud U.S.A.F. Vet
If you can't stand behind our troops,
Please feel free to stand in front of them!!
NEVER FORGET THE AMERICAN FLAG IS ALWAYS PLACED ABOVE ANOTHER FLAG, ALWAYS
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At the request of Slowpoke (FL ASC), the pending mission location has been changed to Decatur, Illinois:
http://www.news-press.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070623/NEWS01/70623013/1075
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No. 785-07
June 23, 2007 |
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DoD Identifies Army Casualty
The Department of Defense announced today the death of a soldier who was supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Spc. Karen N. Clifton, 22, of Lehigh Acres, Fla., died June 21 in Baghdad, Iraq, of wounds suffered when her vehicle was hit with a rocket propelled grenade. She was assigned to the 554th Military Police Company, 95th Military Police Battalion, Kaiserslautern, Germany.
For more information related to this release, the media may contact the 21st Theater Support Command public affairs office at 011-49-631-413-8184. |
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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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PGRLabLuvr
Posts: 9158
Naples, FL
Senior Ride Captain
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| 23 Jun 2007 8:45 AM |
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My deepest, heartfelt condolences to the Family and Friends of this Fallen Hero. We thank you for your sacrifice, we are a grateful nation. May your pain be tempered in the knowledge that Karen is a True American Hero and she will Never be Forgotten.
Stand down, SPC Karen N. Clifton, your mission is now complete, may you rest in eternal peace.
Standing by in Bonita Springs...
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Joan "PGRLabLuvr" Colosimo
Florida Senior Ride Captain
Proud Military Blue Star Mom
USAF - TSgt Jennifer and her husband, TSgt Mark McIntosh - Kadena
USAR - WO1 Dominic Sutherland - Ft. Rucker
Standing the Flagline...
In Honor of:
SP4 L. Gary Grassi - 4th Infantry Division - Kontum, South Vietnam - 05 FEB 1968 - 37/35
In Memory of:
Ed "oldiron6" Barrett
Jack "jacklok" Loken, Jr.
Mike "deltoid79" Bland
Tom "Flaman2u" Rowell
Throughout the centuries there were men who took first steps, down new roads, armed with nothing but their own vision.
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zredmanz
Posts: 1019
Pearland, TX.
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| 23 Jun 2007 9:02 AM |
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| Spc. Karen N. CLifton, Your watch has now ended. I Thank You for the Sacrifice you have made to give my family and I Freedom. Your Sacrifice for this Great Nation will never be forgotten, Rest in Peace in the Arms of the Lord. May God comfort your family and Friends during this time. |
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United States Navy 1994-1998 Engineman 3rd Class, Operation Southern Watch
"Freedom Isn't Free"
Riding in Memory of my Grandfather Frank W. Patterson US ARMY WWII.
Riding in Honor for all of Americas' hero's, Men and Women, of the United States military who give us the greatest gift, "Freedom". |
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johnden
Posts: 669
Deltona, FL
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| 23 Jun 2007 9:08 AM |
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| My wife and I offer our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Spc Clifton. We hope you find some comfort in the fact that we will never forget the sacrafice this American Hero made on our behalf. Rest in peace Karen, your shift is completed. |
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The patriot's blood is the seed of Freedom's tree. ~Thomas Campbell
John, SMSgt, USAF (Ret) |
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Uffda
Posts: 12550
Wonder Lake, IL
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| 23 Jun 2007 9:12 AM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Spc. Karen N. Clifton. May God help you though this difficult time and sorrow. Know your daughter was and is a Hero to us all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you always. She will never be forgotten.
Rest Safely and Securely in God's Loving Arms, Karen.
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. |
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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. |
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ivetret
Posts: 2142
Shermer, IL
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| 23 Jun 2007 9:20 AM |
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My deepest sympathy to the family of Lance Spc. Karen N. Clifton. I appreciate all of her contributions to our country and may there be a special place for her in heaven. She gave her 'all' so young. She has joined the ranks of heroes. I will never forget.
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Rose
Army Spc. Karen N. Clifton, a Mount Zion native, killed in Iraq
http://www.herald-review.com/articles/2007/06/25/news/local_news/1024447.txt
WANDTV VIDEO - Mt. Zion soldier dies in Iraq
Former area resident killed in Iraq
Sister: ‘She wanted to be in the Army’
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“Lest I keep my complacent way I must remember somewhere out there a person died for me today. As long as there must be war, I ask and I must answer was I worth dying for?”
[Eleanor Roosevelt]
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mmsam
Posts: 81
Beverly Hills,Fl.
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| 23 Jun 2007 9:35 AM |
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It's sad to hear we've lost another hero,rest assured she'll not be forgotten for hero's never are!!
Standing by in Beverly Hills. |
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Sam Graham
NBC NCO (RET) |
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susanlm
Posts: 438
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| 23 Jun 2007 10:10 AM |
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We pray that God blesses the family and friend of this fallen hero the strength they need to endure the loss of Spc. Clifton. She is an American hero and her sacrafice will not be forgotten.
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Pepper_guy
Posts: 8293
Lacey, WA
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| 23 Jun 2007 11:46 AM |
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My sincere condolences and prayers to family and friends of Spc. Karen N. Clifton, U.S. Army. Spc. Clifton, 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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Junius Henry
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HDClint
Posts: 254
Elkton, KY
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| 23 Jun 2007 12:05 PM |
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| Thank you for your service, and this goes both to Karen and the family. Great Americans like Karen is how this country was made. We are proud of her and what she accomplished in her short life. |
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Clint Nowlin
SSG USArmy Vet.
"Clearing the Way"
Get More at COMMENTYOU.com![]()
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CMA Prayer Warrior
Posts: 470
Decatur, AL
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| 23 Jun 2007 12:07 PM |
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| Lord, please comfort and grant your peace that surpasses all human understanding to the family and friends of Spc. Karen N. Clifton. Amen. This brave young woman answered the call of her country and her sacrifice will not be forgotten.
Take heart in that there are many Americans, many who have never met her, honoring Spc.
Clifton for her courage and her service to this nation. There are also many Americans, and again many who do not know Karen or your family, praying for you right now. Call upon the Lord
and He will strengthen you during this time of great loss. 1 Samuel 7:5...I will pray for you unto the Lord. |
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Joel 'Prayer Warrior' Stephens
Spec. 4, 91P20/91H20, US Army 1971 -1974
Christian Motorcyclists Association Prayer Warrior
1 Samuel 7:5...I will pray for you unto the Lord.
PROUD AIRBORNE DAD...HOOAH! |
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Jasper54
Posts: 7174
Columbus, Ohio
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| 23 Jun 2007 12:21 PM |
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| My prayers and condolences go out to the family and friends of this young American Hero. May the Lord be with you to hold you and give you peace and understanding as you mourn the loss of your loved one. |
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For I am persuaded that neither death nor life, nor angels nor principalities nor powers, nor things present nor things to come, nor height nor depth , nor any other created thing , shall be able to separate us from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus our Lord. - Romans 8:38-39.
Visit me at: www.MySpace.com/ChaplainRoger
GySgt. Roger Casto, U.S.M.C. Ret. 1972-1992
Iran/Iraq War Veteran 1988 (Op Earnest Will)
Veteran of Foriegn Wars, Life Member
Double Blue Star Dad
Riding in honor of:
Sgt. Millard Archy, USA, WWI, France; Sgt. John Meyer, USA WWI, France; Sgt. Alva Pete Osborn, USA, WWII, KIA - France; Seaman Bob Schneider, USN, WWII, Purple Heart; Battle of Leyte Gulf; T/Sgt. Russell Casto, USAF Congo Revolution, Viet Nam; Sgt. Ron Casto, USMC C.A.P. Viet Nam; Sgt. Sean Casto, TennANG. Iraq War;
In Honor and Memory of Ten HMLA-267, MAG-39 Marines who Answered the call and made the ULTIMATE SACRAFICE while ensuring the safety and security of our nation:
Lt. Col. Knott, Capt. Dillon, Capt. Dolvin, Capt. Hurley, Capt. Cronin, Sgt. Kilkus, Sgt. Keller, Cpl. Romei, LCpl. Adams, Cpl. Monahan,
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jacklok113
Posts: 85
Ride Captain Ocala Florida
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| 23 Jun 2007 2:09 PM |
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| My condolences to the family and friends of Spc Karen Clifton a true American Hero, to Spc Clifton you can stand down your mission is over and ours is just begining, your sacrifice will not be forgotten.... |
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When one Service Member is not given the Respect earned by serving and protecting this great nation, then we all have lost.... |
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mohawk5665
Posts: 262
RIDE CAPTAIN - S. FL. TEAM west palm beach
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| 23 Jun 2007 3:21 PM |
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| Spc. Karen N. Clifton thank you for protecting our homeland and our children
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IF YOU DON'T STAND BEHIND OUR TROOPS THEN STAND IN FRONT OF THEM
MOHAWK
ENFORCERS MC MOTHER CHAPTER
WWW.ENFORCERSMC.COM |
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windsinger
Posts: 2581
Medina,Ohio
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| 23 Jun 2007 4:54 PM |
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| MY SINCERE CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF SPC. KAREN N. CLIFTON. |
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"HONOR TO THE SOLDIER AND SAILOR EVERYWHERE,WHO BRAVELY BEARS HIS COUNTRY'S CAUSE. HONOR ALSO TO THE CITIZEN WHO CARES FOR HIS BROTHER IN THE FIELD,AND SERVES, AS HE BEST CAN, THE SAME CAUSE. "
ABRAHAM LINCOLN
" NO MAN IS ENTITLED TO THE BLESSING OF FREEDOM UNLESS HE BE VIGILANT IN ITS PRESERVATION."
GEN. DOUGLAS MACARTHUR
"SEMPER PARATUS" USCG |
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ssweat
Posts: 873
Lawrenceville, GA
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| 23 Jun 2007 5:09 PM |
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Our deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Spc. Karen Clifton. While it's difficult to relieve you of your pain during this sad time we live by a faith which allows us to seek the joy of the life shared with her and remember always that God's plans are lined with blessings for us all. From my family please know that she will always be remembered for her courage and sacrifice for our freedom.
God Bless Us All.
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Steve Sweat, TCB
Georgia Ride Captain
Lawrenceville, GA
678-878-0539
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ac57
Posts: 1585
A.L.R. Post 111 Dallas,Georgia
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| 23 Jun 2007 5:32 PM |
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| My thoughts and prayers for the family and friends of Spc. Karen N. Clifton during this very difficult time . We are forever grateful for this Hero’s courage , service , and sacrifice for our Nation . We will never forget. . God Bless |
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A.L.R. Post 111
Dallas , Georgia
cell # 678 - 371 - 6321
PGR Member # 15501
Do your duty in all things . You cannot do more , you should never wish to do less .
General Robert E. Lee
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semperpapa
Posts: 1352
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
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| 23 Jun 2007 6:41 PM |
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I would like to offer my deepest condolences to the family and friends of Spc. Karen N. Clifton for the grave loss suffered. May God hold you close and give you peace and serenity in these times of sorrow.
Thank you for your service and sacrifice…IT WILL NOT BE FORGOTTEN.
God bless you.
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Frank "Semperpapa"
"Beamer Rider"
VPF of a U.S. Marine
"God spoke Liberty only to those who love it and are always ready to guard and defend it"
Daniel Webster
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dlinjerdal
Posts: 2032
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| 23 Jun 2007 7:09 PM |
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| Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Spc. Clifton,may God Bless and hold you close in this most difficult time,rest well Karen our hero you are with God now. |
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vcben4875
Posts: 81
Middleburg, FL.
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| 23 Jun 2007 8:03 PM |
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My wife and I offer our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Spc Clifton. She is a true American Hero who will not be forgotten. Just show me where to stand, my flag and I are ready.
Vic Bennett
Florida Retreads State Director
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Starbike
Posts: 1193
Senior Ride Captain Groveland, FL
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| 23 Jun 2007 8:05 PM |
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Our sincere gratitude for the service, bravery, and personal sacrifice of Spc. Karen Clifton. Stand down soldier---your watch is now complete---may you forever rest in peace.
Our sincerest condolences and heartfelt sympathies to the family and friends of Spc. Karen Clifton. Your loved one is a True American Hero and will not be forgotten by many grateful Americans. May God Bless You All.
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Proud Florida PGR Member, Mentor, Medic, and FNC Ride Captain
Proud WV PGR Member--in absentia
Riding in honor of my parents: 2LT. Elizabeth L. Hanifin and 1LT. Robert W. Hanifin
Riding with my brothers: SGT Robert C. Hanifin---USAF '68-'72 and CA PGR and:
SGT David P. Hanifin USAF '70-'74 and WV PGR Ride Captain and District Captain |
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sig22
Posts: 3726
New Port Richey, Fl
Senior Ride Captain
FL State Captain - Retired
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| 23 Jun 2007 8:26 PM |
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I send my sincere condolences to the family and friends of Spc. Karen N. Clifton. May the Lord comfort you in the difficult days ahead.
Godspeed Karen.....Godspeed..... |
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Sig22@patriotguard.org
RIDING IN LOVING MEMORY OF:
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"
Always in our thoughts....Forever in our hearts.... |
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jim1948
Posts: 321
grove city,pa
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| 23 Jun 2007 8:28 PM |
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| Lord Grant Eternal Rest To Spc Karen Clifton, a true American Hero. May the Angels in Heaven guide her to her place in the Mansions of the Lord, among all the Heros that have gone before her. Rest in Peace. May your family and friends find Peace and Comfort in the difficult times ahead. The cowardly acts of others have taken another of our best and bravest--THANK YOU for your service. |
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Daslowpoke
Posts: 1360
New Port Richey, FL
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| 23 Jun 2007 9:40 PM |
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Our thoughts, prayers, and heartfelt condolences go out to the family and friends of Spc. Karen N. Clifton. We pray that God will provide them with the comfort that only He can and carry them through this tragic loss.
Spc. Clifton, a grateful America thanks you for your service and your sacrifice. You shall never be forgotten.
Godspeed Karen...
To my PGR Brothers and Sisters, we will be working on making contact with the Casualty Assistance Officer assigned to the family of Spc. Clifton to determine if our presence at services for her falls within their wishes. Please keep her family and friends in your prayers. |
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Riding in Memory of:
John "SmokyMTNSporty" Deniakis
"Optimistically pessimistic about life"
Mike "Deltoid" Bland
"It's All Good"
Jack "jacklok" Loken
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cagerbob
Posts: 5475
Parma, Ohio
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| 24 Jun 2007 4:32 AM |
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My sincerest condolences to the family of Spc. Karen N. Clifton. I pray that the Lord hold you in the palm of his hand and give you his peace.
Rest in honored peace Spc. Karen Clifton, an American hero. |
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Bob Ellis
USN 80-86
In Memory of Ed "OldIron" Barrett
"Remember that no matter how many missions you have been on, all that matters to the family is the one you are on today." ~ Roert
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