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Updated 29 Mar 08 0836 Cst by Sandra
Updated 29 mar 08 2005 cst by Big rock
****************** FINAL ITINERARY AND STAGING INFORMATION ************************
******************* THE PGR PARTICIPATION FOR THIS MISSION ************************
*********************** WILL BE ON SUNDAY MARCH 30TH, 08 ****************************
I have been in direct contact and working with Krista's Family in our arrangements to honor and celebrate the wonderful memory of our very own PGR Member and self proclaimed "Biker Babe", Krista. I have been absolutely overwhelmed with hundreds and hundreds of emails with your intent to ride and show your support to the Family and for the impact this little Angel made on each of you.
I've been following this thread and the Caring Bridge site since I met Krista and have read all the outpourings of heartfelt emotions and prayers from those all across our Country that have been touched by Our precious little gift from God.
Krista's parents Dave and Cheryl saw how we touched Krista's life. They saw how some of her last happy days on this Earth were spent sporting her newfound pride in being a Patriot Guard Rider. They saw her as she proudly wore her PGR Vest and PGR doorag while she spent much of her precious short time left here trying to help and comfort others. She in her own courageous and brave way started to exhibit the pride that each of you feels in "doing the right thing".
It will be our honor to be there for this amazingly strong and brave Patriot Guard Rider. She was our PGR Sister and an example of strength to all of us. We will ride for her on Sunday and sadly I will not see her in my rear view mirror or feel her little hands clinging to my vest but I am sure if I look up to the heavens I will see her angelic smiling face watching over each and every one of us.
Saturday Viewing will be for Family and Friends.
Sunday Viewing will be held from 1400 to 1600 Hrs at:
The Bryant Funeral Home
411 Old Town Rd
Setauket, NY
Church Service will be on Sunday evening at 1930 hrs at:
First Baptist Church of Patchogue
482 North Ocean Ave. (just north of the Sunrise Hwy.)
Patchogue, NY
***Itinerary***
We will allow the Family and Friends to have their time to remember Krista at the Saturday viewing.
On Sunday we will stage and ride to the Funeral Home from our final staging area and set up our flag lines from 1330 to 1615. We will break down the flag lines and those who can remain or return for the Church service will meet back at the funeral home by 1830 and escort the Family and Krista to the Church where we will again set up a flag line. At the completion of the Service (approx 2030 hrs) those who remained will escort back to the Funeral Home.
The Family has chosen to have the interment services on Monday held in private for immediate Family only.
***Final Staging Area***
Shopping Center Parking lot at 4840 Nesconset Hwy, Port Jefferson Station, NY
This is at the intersection of Rt 347 and Norwood Ave.
KSU at 1315 hrs on Sunday.
State and Ride Captains please post your routes and times so others may join you.
I will be posting my ride route from NJ first thing tomorrow morning.
Ct, DE, NJ, NY, and PA---thank you and see you all on Sunday.
Semper Fi,
Bill "Hawk" Connelly
Mid-Atlantic Regional Captain
Marine Vet and Proud Father of Marine Cpl who returned from the sand,
Past NJ State Captain
Hawk@PatriotGuard.org
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PRINCESS KRISTA MISSION PGR MEMBER March 27, 2008
In February we were contacted and told a story of an amazing young lady, “Princess Krista”. Sadly, Krista was courageously battling a long hard fight against cancer. We were asked by her Uncle Keith (NightTurkey), a fellow Patriot Guard Rider from South Carolina, if we would put together a mission to present Krista with her own Patriot Guard Rider Vest.
He and other PGR’s in his area put together the vest shown and sent it off to me for the presentation on what was to many of us an extremely emotional day. Krista deeply touched all of our hearts that day as she exhibited strength and courage way bigger than you would think could be contained in such a tiny frame.
I had the honor that day to take Krista for her first Harley Ride. In my rear view mirror I could see an ear to ear proud smile as she led her PGR group of thundering motorcycles around the local streets of her hometown. I will remember that smile and the courage of this brave little Angel forever.
To quote her Uncle in his posting, “On this day at 0233 hrs, Krista was eternally healed and made forever beautiful”. I received a call from Krista’s parents, Dave and Cheryl and they have invited us to attend the services for our fellow Patriot Guard Rider, Krista, and to ride and stand our lines in her Honor. We will.
I will post all itinerary as soon as they are set. From our conversations, this mission will probably be set for Sunday 3/30/08. Updates to Follow.
This is a quote from Krista’s Mom Cheryl taken off the Princess Krista website at www.caringbridge.org/PrincessKrista
I just would like you all to know that Krista went to clinic today with her doo-rag ( patriot guard) and her Biker Vest. She wore it sooooo PROUD and someone made the mistake of calling her " The Princess" and she very quickly reminded them that she was also a "Biker Babe". She also now signs her school papers for her tutor "Krista BB" and told her tutor that stand for "Krista Biker Babe". You folks (PGR) made quite an impression on this "Princess" she is probably going to be the first Princess know as "Princess Biker Babe" ( lets see if Disney steals that one).
God Bless
Love Cheryl
In Loving Memory of this precious Angel,
Bill “Hawk” Connelly
Mid Atlantic Regional Captain
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satyr
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Raleigh, NC
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| 27 Mar 2008 12:07 PM |
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I would like to offer my sincere condolences to the family and friends of of our little PGR sister, "Princess Krista". My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Dry Hill AFS, Watertown, NY
Finland AFS, Finland, MN
We cherish too, the Poppy red
That grows on fields where valor led,
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That blood of heros never dies.
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Pastor, Order of the Cross Motorcycle Ministries, Chaplain American Legion 11th District, GA
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| 27 Mar 2008 12:22 PM |
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| The condolences of me and my wife go out to the family of this brave little girl. If only I can emmulate her for her bravery grace and dignity that she showed when she was called home. Lord, Keep this precious little girl close. Grant her her every wish and comfort her family. Lord we grieve for her but at the same time we rejoice for she has been reborn in your mighty presence in a whole and perfect body. Free of pain and full of life. Lord I ask these prayers be answered in you mighty Son's name, Jesus Christ. Amen |
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Pepper_guy
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Lacey, WA
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| 27 Mar 2008 12:53 PM |
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My sincere condolences and prayers to family and friends of our young PGR sister "Princess Krista aka Krista Biker Babe, PGR Member. Krista, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. You are a "TRUE AMERICAN HERO". May you Forever Rest in Peace.
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smidi
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East Meadow, NY Region 9 Nassau
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| 27 Mar 2008 12:56 PM |
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| Rest In Peace Krista. My condolences to your family. Standing by. |
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“The willingness with which our young people are likely to serve in any war, no matter how justified, shall be directly proportional to how they perceive the veterans of earlier wars were treated and appreciated by their nation." -- George Washington 1789
Riding in honor of my Uncle:
Irving Schultz, Private
United States Army
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mlmsan
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Loganville, Georgia 30052
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| 27 Mar 2008 1:20 PM |
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Please accept my sincere condolences to the Family, Friends and Extended PGR Family of "Princess Krista", PGR Member. "Princess Krista", I thank you for serving our Great Nation as a PGR member. You are my Hero and will never be forgotten. Stand down Soldier, your Mission is complete. Job Well done! May our Heavenly Father welcome you Home and You ride the Heavenly Streets of Gold for Ever.
Peace Be To All
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Larry "Sir Bear" Sanderson
Georgia Mentor Team
770-500-6895
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
Cell 770-500-6895
GEORGIA PGR
Part of It
Proud of It
Ridding In Memory of my Father, PO1 Weldon A. Sanderson, WWII USN, Pacific Fleet. And in Honor of my Son, SSGT Michael W. Sanderson, Gulf, 2x Iraq, U.S. Army serving this Nation Proudly in Mt. Sinai, Egypt. |
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flag1
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Waterbury, CT
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| 27 Mar 2008 1:55 PM |
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| Tearfully standing by in Connecticut. You are an INSPIRATION to all of us. Rest in Peace. I WILL BE THERE! |
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Riding in Honor of Spec. Cindy M. Beaudoin, 19, Plainfield, CT.
Last casualty of Desert Storm, 2/28/91.
Connecticut's "Angel In The Sand"
Doug Palmer, Vietnam KIA Panel 10E - Line 29
Andre Guilette, Laos MIA Since 5/18/66
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"FREEDOM ISN'T FREE"
Riding in Honor of Princess Krista BB. 5/2/99 to 3/27/08. She touched our lives and we'll never FORGET.
Connecticut PGR - PART OF IT....PROUD OF IT!
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Russr1
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Nassau County, LI
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| 27 Mar 2008 2:04 PM |
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Cheryl, Dave and family,
My deepest condolences on your loss of such a wonderful youg lady. I followed the carebridge web site daily and Krista continued to amaze me with her caring for others in light of her own illness. People like her are few and far between and she is as much a hero to me and was as brave as our men and women who served or are serving our country. In her short life she showed a greatness that will be missed.
I will be honored to ride with Krista on her final journey as I was to have her get her motorcycle ride on my bike. She was definitely a rare and precious child and I was glad I had the chance to meet her.
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The Loan Ranger
Riding in Memory of My Uncle Jack-KIA WWII,
Marine PFC Greg Lavery, My "Big Brother" KIA Viet Nam 3/18/69
Harry Ramos and 44 other friends who lost their lives on 9/11/01 RIP all, you are my hero's!
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mailman
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West Branch, MI - Michigan Regional Ride Captain Zephyrhills, FL - Florida Senior Ride Captain
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| 27 Mar 2008 2:07 PM |
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| Rest In Peace Krista. Sincere condolences to your family and friends. |
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Dimples5166
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Cheshire, CT
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| 27 Mar 2008 2:10 PM |
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| As a mother and grandmother I am weeping for the loss, but also knowing she is no longer in pain and in heaven standing by the throne of Jesus smiling down on us. To the family and friends remember you have a huge family in the PGR whenever you need anything we will be there. HUGGS.....Standing by in Cheshire, CT |
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Freebirdsnsc
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| 27 Mar 2008 2:28 PM |
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Dave, Cheryl and precious family.....Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.......I thank you for allowing us to become a part of your family.....I deeply regret I never had the chance to meet Krista in person...but I know one day I will....because in christ there is no goodby or end
She is safe....safe from pain...safe from disease....safe forever in the arms of our Lord and Savior.
I wish I could be there in person to ride with my brother and sisters............. please know I will be there in spirit
Princess Krista....you are my hero.........some people can live 100 years and only cause ripples in life.........you were a hurricane
Rest in peace sweet angel...... |
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Freebirds, the redhead, defective weeble
SC HOTH COORDINATOR
Riding in memory of my dad Ronald C Thomas
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Patriotism is not short, frenzied outbursts of emotion, but the tranquil and steady dedication of a lifetime.
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tscalora
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NWNJ
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| 27 Mar 2008 2:29 PM |
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| We were all deeply touched by this little lady. I will never forget her or her courage . Rest easy Krista and know that you were loved and admired. We all may walk a little easier knowing that you smile above us. |
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Usually at a time like this I struggle for words to comfort a friend who has suffered a loss. The right words don’t often come, but if accompanied by the right sentiment they can be soothing. But I have learned over time that the best comfort at a time like this comes from those who watch over us. My beliefs allow me to be comforted by a certainty that I am watched over by those who have gone before me. |
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sig22
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| 27 Mar 2008 2:38 PM |
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I send my sincere condolences to Krista's family and friends. May the Lord comfort you in the difficult days ahead.
Godspeed Krista.....Godspeed.....you've got some great PGR brothers and sisters there waiting for you, and they've already
found the good rides!
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RIDING IN HONOR AND LOVING MEMORY OF:
PGR FL Ride Captain (Ret) Tom "Flaman2u" Rowell - 24 Jun 2008
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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salcigar
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New York City. & Fort Lee NJ
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| 27 Mar 2008 2:48 PM |
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My most sincere condolences to Kristas family. While I never had the pleasure to meet Krista in person I feel as if I in some small way we are aquainted. I have been following Krista's story for a while now, and I'm so impressed and inspired by this little princess. May God bless and watch over her. Standing by, fueled and ready.....SaL
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Salvatore DiMisa
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New York City HOG
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Pinger
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Lisbon, NY
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| 27 Mar 2008 3:00 PM |
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| My sincere condolence to the family and friends of Princess Krista, a young PGR Member |
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Ridley
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| 27 Mar 2008 3:24 PM |
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| Our heartfelt condolences to family and friends of our PGR sister, Princess Krista. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, we will be standing in spirit to honor this remarkable young PRG member and "Biker Babe".......Rest in Peace. |
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Cadman
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| 27 Mar 2008 3:59 PM |
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| Rest In Peace Princess Krista. My heart goes out to your family and friends. |
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Paradux
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| 27 Mar 2008 4:04 PM |
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To the family and friends of Krista (Princess BB) we would like to express our sincere condolences. Krista, may you rest in peace - you and your entire family and friends are in our thoughts and prayers.
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| 27 Mar 2008 4:11 PM |
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To the family and friends of "Princess Krista" I wish to extend my deepest and sincere condolences for the loss of your loved one. Rest assured that Krista is now in heaven in God's loving arms and in no more pain. My prayers to the family to help you get by these difficult days and the pain that must be at times unbearable. We all share your pain. She will be in our prayers and in our hearts.
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wheatfield
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Rural Butler Co., west of New Hartford, Iowa
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| 27 Mar 2008 4:38 PM |
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| I have been following this heart touching story; and no matter how highly I thought of the members of my Patriot Guard family prior to this, I am in awe. My heart aches that such a wonderful young lady had to endure so much. Angels do truly visit us here on earth, and in Krista, there is proof. I believe that there is a growing flag line on high, and "Princess Krista" Patriot Guard Rider, has now proudly taken her place. |
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Airwolf1
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| 27 Mar 2008 4:46 PM |
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Rest easy little one...prayers from CT
The PGR in CT stand ready to honor this young brave soul
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mpleasant
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Lake County, IL
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| 27 Mar 2008 4:54 PM |
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| Sometimes, God sends his most important messages about life with the tiniest of messengers...Krista is, indeed, one of those messengers. My prayer will be that her family finds peace and comfort in her loving memory; that they find courage in her heroism; and that we all benefit by her example. Rest in peace, hero. |
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Roert
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| 27 Mar 2008 5:55 PM |
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Through my tears I send my heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of "Princess Krista"
Krista, though I never had the pleasure of meeting you, I'll hold you in my heart forever. God Speed.
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HDriderDave1
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N. AL Ride Capt. Madison, AL
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| 27 Mar 2008 5:58 PM |
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God Bless our little PGR sister, family and friends. My sincere and heartfelt condolences to the family and friends. Thank you for your love & support great warrior. I pray the lord takes you into his Kingdom and may you rest in peace. You will not be forgotten! I will be standing there in Spirit with my fellow brothers.
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vtxri
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Rhode Island State Captain
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| 27 Mar 2008 6:11 PM |
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| Princess Krista - Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family |
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Ed King
Rhode Island State Captain
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"Pro Patria Vigilans"
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RI Mission Alerts - http://groups.yahoo.com/group/RIPGR/
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