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Illinois Cowboy 
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updated 13 Sept 07 1719cdt Aranel
***** URGENT MISSION UPDATE posted 13 SEP 2007 5:00pm *****
PLEASE NOTE - THE STAGING AREA FOR SAT MORNING IS CHANGED:
The original staging area in the public park parking lot is going to be used by 'others'.
THE NEW STAGING AREA IS AS FOLLOWS:
The church is on the corner of Park Av W and Gosse Blvd. Gosse Blvd is a fairly wide street. On the west (southbound) side of the street (next to the church property) the traffic lane is quite wide, bikes are to back in at an angle starting at Park Av W and going as far north as is needed.
Secondary parking will be on the east (northbound) side of Gosse Blvd - here bikes are to park nose-to-tail as this side of the street the traffic lane is not as wide.
Depending on people's arrival times - we may need to ask some to move their bikes to allow room for 1 or 2 support vehicles - please be understanding.
SEMPER GUMBY
All times remain unchanged.
-bogie
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Updated 13 SEP 07 0848 PDT by Zippy
***** FINAL COMPLETE ITINERARY as of 13 SEP 2007 10:00am *****
Fri, 14 Sep 2007
Visitation is being held at:
Norberg Memorial Home
701 E Thompson
Princeton, IL
Times are 4:00pm to 8:00pm
The family is expected to arrive about 3:30pm
Staging time: 2:30pm
Staging location:
The parking lot of the Bethel Baptist Church, this parking lot (hard pack gravel) backs up to the funeral home parking lot. If additional space becomes necessary, the funeral home has OK'd parking on their grass - so please bring kickstands coasters. The entrance to the church parking lot is off of Innsbruck Ln - the first street east of the funeral home.
Briefing at 3:00
Flag line immediately following
Please note: The family has invited ALL PGR members in attendance do a 'Walk Thru' honorarium at 8:00pm.
Sat, 15 Sep 2007
The funeral service will be at:
St. Louis Catholic Church
616 S Gosse Boulevard
Princeton, IL
Service begins at 9:30am
Staging time: 8:00am
Staging Location:
The parking lot of Alexander Park, which is just to the west of the church. Entrance to the parking lot is off of Anderson St - the first street west of the church.
Briefing at 8:15am
Flag Line immediately following
The family has invited ALL PGR RIDE and ROAD CAPTAINS in attendance at the Sat service to be inside the church for the service.
There will be no burial as Greg's wishes are to be cremated, with his ashes distributed at specific points he had determined.
However, the family has invited ALL PGR MEMBERS to escort the family home after the services and to plan on staying for 'family time' and a meal - they consider, as did Greg, that the PGR IS family. Greg's wife said 'if there are 150 motorcycles parked in the front lawn, Greg would be very, very happy' (plans are in place for a large crowd - try to plan on staying). I spoke with Deputy Chief Allan Beaber of the Princeton Police who was a 10+ year friend of Greg's and asked him if he would do the honor of leading the escort to the family home and he agreed.
Parking will be on grass - bring a kickstand coaster.
Please watch the thread for any last minute updates
SEMPER GUMBY
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TITAN TWO MISSILES
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"Patriotism is not short, frenzied outbursts of emotion, but the tranquil and steady dedication of a lifetime." - Adlai Stevenson --------
IF YOU CAN'T STAND BEHIND OUR TROOPS, PLEASE FEEL FREE TO STAND IN FRONT OF THEM!!!!
IF YOU DISPLAY THE FLAG ON A STAFF WITH OTHERS AROUND IT,PLACE THE FLAG AT THE CENTER AND HIGHEST POINT. CROSSED STAFFS-KEEP THE FLAGSTAFF HIGHER AND ON IT'S OWN RIGHT. Our Flag, U.S. Congress
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Illinois Cowboy
Posts: 276
Galesburg,Il Illinois Assistant State Capt. Leader of the POSSE
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I feel so empty, Our prayers go out to the entire Bowman family, and the PGR family as well. Greg will be missed so much. I want the family to know how much he was loved. He and Mike went above and beyond for my family when we lost my Brother-in Law. My wife and I consider him and Mike family all senses of the word.
Greg my brother please rest in peace, God Bless, you will be forever missed.
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USAF 71-75 S.A.C.
TITAN TWO MISSILES
combat crew member.
"Patriotism is not short, frenzied outbursts of emotion, but the tranquil and steady dedication of a lifetime." - Adlai Stevenson --------
IF YOU CAN'T STAND BEHIND OUR TROOPS, PLEASE FEEL FREE TO STAND IN FRONT OF THEM!!!!
IF YOU DISPLAY THE FLAG ON A STAFF WITH OTHERS AROUND IT,PLACE THE FLAG AT THE CENTER AND HIGHEST POINT. CROSSED STAFFS-KEEP THE FLAGSTAFF HIGHER AND ON IT'S OWN RIGHT. Our Flag, U.S. Congress
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Big rock
Posts: 2002
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| 10 Sep 2007 8:10 AM |
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Greg was a very, very dear friend. He worked tirelessly on the PGR Mission. I am still sitting here in disbelief. I am numb.
I think I have stood beside him in more flag lines than I have any one person. Weather you and Greg agreed on something or not, the one thing you knew, he had the mission first!
I feel like part of my heart is missing.
I have lost one of my brothers.
The one mission we were on together that I will not forget was for Sgt Andrew Lancaster. Greg took my flag just before Mike and I went to present the mission flag to Mrs lancaster. No words were spoken, no jesters made it just was..........
After the mission for Sgt Andrew Lancaster Greg said more than once, How Beautiful it was out there and he was going to go back just for the ride in the country. And my God was it beautiful! If there is one thing to be considered, he was riding in one of the places he thought was the best.
Greg I know you will be seeing all of this and I know you will be bringing our Heros home in style. And as God as my witness.
WE WILL NEVER FORGET!!
Rocky and Kathy
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dlinjerdal
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| 10 Sep 2007 8:13 AM |
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| May God Bless and hold close the Bowman family we are so sorry for your loss,we will keep you in our thoughts and prayers, rest well Greg you are with God now,you will be missed. Linda and Jerry |
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DaveShady
Posts: 233
Clinton Iowa
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| 10 Sep 2007 8:51 AM |
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You are in our thoughts and prayers, what a terrible loss for everyone.......
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PINKY47
Posts: 25
Illinois
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| 10 Sep 2007 8:54 AM |
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| We are so sorry for the loss of Greg.Like so many we are so numb.Our prayers and thoughts are with the Bowman family.Greg may you rest in peace my brother. We will be standing by. |
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rhodgson
Posts: 169
CP ^-^ Illinois
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| 10 Sep 2007 8:56 AM |
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I don't know what to say. I'm in shock. When I got the E-mails this morning, I just sat there.... in disbelief. I kept thinking, this has to be a mistake.
My deepest condolences to the Bowman family. My prayers are with you.
Mike, take care of yourself. If you need anything, just ask.
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Duty, Honor, Country
I will stand with you, until the day you stand for me.
Member CP ^-^
Callsign Shooter
American Legion Member
Disabled Vet
US Army 1971-1974 Defense Communications Agency
South East Asia
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usmcdon
Posts: 18
St. Charles, IL
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| 10 Sep 2007 9:04 AM |
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There are not enough words to express my grief and sorrow at the loss of a friend and wonderful person.
My thoughts and prayers are with the Bowman family and Gregs presents will be carried in the hearts of all who knew him.
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For God, Country, Corps and a Marine till the day I die!
Road Captian, Northern IL Support Vehicle, Illinois HOTH
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Don
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JonD
Posts: 284
Algonquin, IL
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| 10 Sep 2007 9:07 AM |
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State Coordinator - www.warriorswatch.org
US Army 1980 - 1984
Proud Air Force Dad
http://pgrillinois.shutterfly.com
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busch2fan
Posts: 337
Wauconda, IL
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| 10 Sep 2007 9:11 AM |
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As I've heard so many say today... "I'm sorry I woke up today"
I'm absolutely numb from hearing this. Greg was absolutely like a brother to me. He would continually ask about my son Cameron and give parenting advice... he was indeed the ultimate family man.
There are simply no words to convey how we feel today... nor explain the magnitude of our loss.
To the Bowman family:
Please know that you have an extended family beyond your blood relatives that want to help - in any way possible.
Greg:
Ride free my brother. The good you have done here... the legacy you have left... is beyond what many men are capable of. You were special indeed. I know I said to you that I would be making a 1500/36 Iron Butt run - not to be outdone by Team Bowman... I will still do that... dedicated to you. Until we're handlebar to handlebar again...
Your friend forever,
Jeff
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Nailer101
Posts: 444
NW IL Ride Captain/NE IA Ride Captain
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| 10 Sep 2007 9:14 AM |
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I am still not able to put together the words to express my deep sorrow at your loss. Greg was an outstanding man, whose compassion, humbleness and dedication to everyone just exuded from him. I, like everyone else in the PGR family, will surely miss him physically being at every mission but we know he will be looking down on us with that ever present smile.
My heartfelt condolensces go out to all the Bowman family in this most terrible time. I will always be there for anything you need.
As you have entered God's Heavenly sanctuary, Greg, know that we will keep you always in our hearts, thoughts and prayers. Farewell, My Brother. |
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Cell Number: (563) 676-7145 Office Number: (563) 326-1792
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Quad Cities Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Foundation member
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ladyrider
Posts: 140
Member of CP
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| 10 Sep 2007 9:17 AM |
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I would like to offer my sincere condolences to the Bowman family especially Mike, and Mom and Pop Bowman.
I will never forget that day last summer in Galesburg when Mom and Pop Bowman were there with sandwiches for the Pgr riders, it is the small thimgs that we remember and love about people. He is up there now watching over us , to keep each and every rider safe. He will be missed.
Please let me know if I can be of service in any way.
Respectfully Deb
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PROUD MOM OF S.P.C. ADAM VEACH (ARMY)ARRIVED HOME FROM IRAQ 12-6-06/ Leaving for Afganistan in Jan. -08- for 15 months
I RIDE IN MEMORY FOR MY DAD (US. ARMY),WITH RESPECT FOR MY OLDER BROTHER LARRY (RETIRED NAVY), MY BROTHER JIM (HAPPYWOLF)( RETIRED AIRFORCE), MY YOUNGER BROTHER JASON(U.S. MARINES) AND MY SON ADAM (ARMY)
AND ALL OTHERS PAST AND PRESENT AND FUTURE !
...MAY THE CREATOR ALWAYS
WALK WITH YOU IN SPIRIT AND GUIDE YOU!
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jcurran516
Posts: 897
Dodgeville,Wisconsin WI State Captain
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| 10 Sep 2007 9:34 AM |
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I had a voice mail this morning, "You heard about Greg" I knew what it meant.
Greg has been there as long as I remember and before I returned the call or got to the computer, I knew an era had ended. The last time I saw him was when he came up to pick up his new Wing. I walked into the dealer and saw an RC hat and knew he wasn't one of mine but seem so faimiliar. He was beeming and had big plans for the new scoot. Then the big guy with the big bike gingerly placed his daughter on the passenger seat as if he was doing a heart transplant and THEN, and only then, was the bike complete. If we could all be just a little bit more like him...
Brother Mike, Joann, Mom and Dad, kids, know that Greg's influence reaches far wider than you know. Remember him with pride and honor.
On behalf of the Brothers and Sisters in Wisconsin, we will miss him and stand ready to serve the family in anything you need.
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David Brooks from the Soldier's Angels Home Page
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Tatonka69
Posts: 151
Green Oaks, Illinois (Chicago area)
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To Mike Bowman and the entire Bowman Family,
There are no words that can describe the pain and anguish that the PGR family feels today. That being said, it can't compare to what you are going through. Mike, he was your brother but he was my brother too. All PGR members know how difficult it is to deal with the passing of so many young heroes, we deal with that every day. This tragedy is compounded by the fact that Greg was our hero. Knowing the entire Bowman family has endured more than it's share of tragedy, all I can say is you have my complete support. If there is anything you need, I am there. To Greg himself, I would say it has been an honor to know you, I will never forget you and Godspeed my friend.
Oscar C. Blomgren, III
RC-IL PGR
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howerter1
Posts: 781
Galesburg, ILL; HOTH Coordinator ILL,Retired E8,US Army,Vietnam Vet
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| 10 Sep 2007 9:37 AM |
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| To all of the Bowman family. As you all know, you folks mean the world to me and I have became very close to all of you. To hear this news, my heart is very heavy and my prayers and thoughts are with you all. Greg was a close friend and a brother. |
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Capt. Morgan
Posts: 673
Midlothian, Illinois. / Portage. Indiana... Ill. & Ind. R/C.
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| 10 Sep 2007 10:06 AM |
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| When I got up this morning and started checking my e-mail, this was the first one in my box. We were just together Thursday and still laughing over the christing of his bike, hearing how he and his son had just completed an iron Butt ride, and how they were 20 miles short of completing 1500 miles. one of the first things he said his son said was "When are we going to it next"
I was in shock when I read the news, and now as I read the different e-mail and replays I'm sitting here with tears in my eyes, as I've lost more then a friend, I've lost a brother.
Greg's heart was fully in PGR and our hero's so now while we welcome and honor them here on earth, I know Greg is in Heaven, standing a Flag Line welcoming them there.
Greg Rest in Peace.
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Riding in Memory of my father MSgt. Hugh G. Morgan U.S. Army W.W. II Vet 1917-1981
Riding in Honor of SGT 1st Class James S. Ochsner 1st northern IL. PGR Mission
KIA Afghanistan 11/15/2005
Riding in Honor of Sgt. Kraig Foyteck U.S. Army KIA Iraq 10/30/2006
Riding in Honor of Sgt. Christopher Abeyta IL Nationag Guard KIA Afghanistan 3/15/2009
My Hometown Hero
We Shall Never Forget.
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wolfen
Posts: 138
Addison, Il.
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| 10 Sep 2007 10:12 AM |
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I too am devastated by the loss of our PGR & BSS brother...I can't come up with the right words, I am trying to process this , since we just saw him at the meeting Thurs night.
My heartfelt condolences go to the family and friends of Greg...I am so sorry for your loss.
I will never forget what you have done Greg
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Patriot Guard Rider Illinois Ride Captain
Wild Fire H.O.G. Head Road Captain Villa Park Illinois
Accident Scene Management Advanced Bystander Assistance Program
Riding in Memory of my father
James L. Regalmuto 1921-1999
Army Air Force WWII
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vukf
Posts: 445
Asst Sr Ride Capt Illinois BSS
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| 10 Sep 2007 10:14 AM |
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| I was awoken this morning by Fred's cries of anquish. I knew that someone we loved was gone. When I heard it was Greg, it took a while to comprehend. I just saw him days ago! So full of life! What a special man, how proud we are to know him and call him friend and brother. Our hearts go out to the entire Bowman family and all Greg's extended PGR Family. Greg, please give Tommy a kiss for me. We will never forget you! Audrey
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For Greg there will now only be welcome home missions See you again brother
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bogiediver
Posts: 389
Woodstock, IL
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| 10 Sep 2007 10:32 AM |
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Greg will be missed more than words can say...
He was a great and honorable man.
I am still shocked and the tears are flowing...
Meatball - when you put the 'Greg Bowman Memorial Iron Butt Ride' together, I will be there with you - and I offer my back seat to Greg's son...
To all the Bowman family and extended family, my deepest, sincerest condolences
With Love and Respect,
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ultraclassic
Posts: 2266
Proctor, WV
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| 10 Sep 2007 10:39 AM |
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Having only known Greg through e-mail contact, I still feel as if I've lost a brother. Words cannot describe the empty feeling that exists within me as I learn of the loss of yet another dedicated PGR member, one who served his membership tirelessly.
JoAnn, Mike and all members of Greg's immediate family....please accept my heartfelt condolences on his tragic passing. All of West Virginia mourns with you and stands beside you during this most difficult time.
May God watch over each of you, bless and comfort you as you deal with your loss. I hope you will take a measure of comfort in knowing that his spirit will remain forever and he continues to watch over each of you from his rightful place at the right hand of God.
From all of my brothers and sisters in West Virginia, we will stand in silent honor and respect for Greg.
God Speed my brother.
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Joe Cumblidge
West Virginia State Captain
UOV HOG Chapter
RM1 USCG 1969-78
(304) 455-4036 - Home
(304) 588-1278 - Cell
www.wvpatriotguard.org
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
Montani semper liberi (Mountaineers are always free)
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cadillac
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| 10 Sep 2007 10:55 AM |
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I never met Greg, but any time a PGR member passes away, all the Guard feels the hurt. My condolences go out to his family and friends. His memory lives on as his legacy for those he served.
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msbhvn
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| 10 Sep 2007 11:15 AM |
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iScoot2
Posts: 2070
handlebar to handlebar with my ole man
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| 10 Sep 2007 11:29 AM |
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A pic of our buddy.........
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Patriotism is more than a sentiment; it is a conviction based upon a comprehension of the duties of a citizen and a determination loyally to perform such duties.
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sig22
Posts: 4179
New Port Richey, Fl
Senior Ride Captain
FL State Captain - Retired
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| 10 Sep 2007 11:35 AM |
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I send my sincere condolences to the family and friends of Greg Bowman. May the Lord comfort you in the difficult days ahead.
It's so sad to hear of the loss of another PGR Brother.....
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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"
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TMR
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Willow Springs IL
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| 10 Sep 2007 11:37 AM |
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O my goodness....... to the family and many friends of Greg.... an Irish blessing...
May you see God's light on the path ahead
When the road you walk is dark.
May you always hear,
Even in your hour of sorrow,
The gentle singing of the lark.
When times are hard may hardness
Never turn your heart to stone,
May you always remember
when the shadows fall—
You do not walk alone.
TMR
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