harly69g 
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FINAL ITENERARY UPDATE
ATTENTION EVERYONE - UPDATE 8/29 2300 HRS
Please read as there are important changes.
Pfc. William Thorne will to arrive THURSDAY, Aug 31st in Sioux Falls
(Joe
Foss Field) at 1942 hrs (7:42pm). The family has asked for an escort
from
the Oolman Funeral Home in Orange City to the airport in Sioux Falls
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back to the church in Orange City. The funeral will be in Orange City,
Ia at
the First Reformed Church (420 Central Ave NW) on Saturday at 10 am.
Burial
will be in the cemetery at Hospers, about 11 miles away. Visitation is
Friday night at the church as well with the family present from 5pm to
8 pm.
[B]FINAL STAGING AREAS[/B]
ESCORT FROM AIRPORT
Thursday, Aug. 31, final staging area is the Oolman Funeral Home in
Orange
City at 1745 hrs. clutches out by 1800 hrs. If coming from the south,
we
stage in Le Mars, at Hy Vee 1715 hrs,, kickstands up by 1730 hrs.
FUNERAL ON SATURDAY
Will be at the North Western College (south end of town on Hwy 10)
parking
lot at 0845hrs Saturday morning and going to the church at 0900hrs. The
church is just a few blocks away.
Those coming from the south, staging will be in Le Mars at Calvary
United
Methodist Church (901 3rd Ave SE) 0800 hrs, clutches out at 0815 hrs.
Directions to staging area in Le Mars are; from Hy Vee by Hwy 75 go
east on
12th street to the 2nd stop sign, continue east for 3 blocks, turn
north go
3 blocks, we will have local law enforcement escort us to Orange City.
Sorry this is short notice but we all know how this works.
please call me at 712.540.1313 if you have any questions
Mark Miller
PGR
NW IA Ride Capt.
ATTENTION EVERYONE - UPDATE 8/29 1137 HRS
THIS IS A CONFIRMED MISSION
Pfc. William Thorne is expected to arrive FRIDAY, Sept 1st (airport unknown) and the funeral will be in Orange City, Ia at the First Reformed Church (420 Central Ave NW) on Saturday at 10 am. Burial will be in the cemetary at Hospers, about 11 miles away. Visitation is Friday night at the church as well with the family present from 5pm to 8 pm. We are planning to escort William from the airport to the funeral home if possible. Will post details on escort as I get them.
Final Staging Area
Will be at the North Western College (south end of town on Hwy 10) parking lot at 0845hrs Saturday morning and going to the church at 0900hrs. The church is just a few blocks away.
Those coming from the south, staging will be in Le Mars at Calvary United Methodist Church (901 3rd Ave SE) 0800 hrs, clutches out at 0815 hrs. Directions to staging area are; from Hy Vee by Hwy 75 go east on 12th street to the 2nd stop sign, continue east for 3 blocks, turn north go 3 blocks, we will have local law enforcement escort us to Orange City.
Sorry this is short notice but we all know how this works.
please call me at 712.540.1313 if you have any questions
Mark Miller
PGR
NW IA Ride Capt.
This is now a confirmed Mission. Will pass specific details when available
NEWS RELEASES from the United States Department of Defense
No. 820-06 IMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 25, 2006
Media Contact: (703) 697-5131/697-5132
Public/Industry(703) 428-0711
DoD Identifies Army Casualty
The Department of Defense announced today the death of a soldier who was
supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Pfc. William E. Thorne, 26, of Hospers, Iowa, died on Aug 24, of injuries
suffered when an improvised explosive device detonated near his HMMWV during
combat operations. Thorne was assigned to the 1st Squadron, 10th Cavalry
Regiment, 2nd Brigade, 4th Infantry Division, Fort Hood, Texas.
Media with questions about this soldier can contact the 4th Infantry Division
Public Affairs Office at (254) 291-2591.
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In Memory: Terri L. Newman 11/64 - 07/05
In Memory: Caleb S. Newman 12/07
"Kentucky Rides With Respect & Honor"
President BOD
Patriot Guard Riders of Kentucky, Inc.
Past KY State Captain "2006" to "2009"
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tomwjohnson
Posts: 12
Arnolds Park, Iowa
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| 25 Aug 2006 8:08 PM |
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PFC. William E. Thorne's wife (Corey) was a guest at our monthy GWRRA meeting Tuesday August 22nd. She was accompained by her parents who are members of our chapter. Corey was home on a 10 day leave from active duty in Iraq. She was gracious enough to visit with us about conditions in Iraq and mentioned several times her concern for her husbands safety. She missed him very much as she hadn't seen him since February, and was not scheduled to see him until November.
Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of PFC. William E. Thorne. We mourn with them in their loss of a loved one. He rests now in the hands of God but his sacrifice will not be forgotten. May God bless each of you and encourage you during this time.
Tom Johnson
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PGRLabLuvr
Posts: 9158
Naples, FL
Senior Ride Captain
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| 25 Aug 2006 8:25 PM |
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| My deepest, heartfelt condolences to Family and Friends of PFC Thorne. |
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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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Tina CMA
Posts: 580
Avondale, AZ
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| 25 Aug 2006 8:37 PM |
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My thoguhts and prayers are with this HERO's Family. My God watch over you during this hard time. Know that the whole country mourns with you.
To PFC. Thorne Thank you for your service to our country. It is great HEROs like you that keep our families safe. There are No real words I can say that is near what I want to say. Just know my Heart breaks to know another HERO has fallen from my home state.
To my PGR family I know when you are there to honor this young man you will carry all of our hearts with you. I know I will be there in spirit. |
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Bear_1953
Posts: 1059
Eldon, Iowa
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| 25 Aug 2006 8:59 PM |
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My Condolences to the Thorne Family
To this Hero I say you will never be forgotten
Bear: standing by in Eldon, IA
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Charlie “Bear” Neill
State Captain Iowa Patriot Guard Riders
Bear_pgr@yahoo.com
{641} 652 – 7721 Home {641} 799 – 2881 Cell
Abate of Iowa district # 14
Officially adopted Illinois PGR
An original member of CP
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irgoofyg
Posts: 42
Marne Iowa
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| 25 Aug 2006 9:45 PM |
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Thank you for serving your country William.
Standing by in Marne, IA |
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"and crown thy good, with brotherhood, from sea to shining sea"
3-84 FA
4th ID
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tommye
Posts: 128
Alton, Iowa.
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| 25 Aug 2006 10:36 PM |
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| My deepest condolences to Corey and her family. William is truly an American HERO. This one is literally in my back yard. Standing by with the NW Ia Legion Riders and the PGR in Alton. Corey, if you need anything, call, 712-756-4774 I"m only 8 short miles away. Road and State Captains, if you need any help or logistics you know how to get a hold of me. |
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USMC Vet '80-'89, Proud ANG Dad
PGR member #7023
NW Ia PGR Ride Captain
NW Ia ALR Vice Prez
Independant Riders for Children and Charities
Floyd Post 200 Commander
In memory of Sgt Dan Sesker, Pfc Willy Thorne, L/Cpl Dan Leusink, Cpl Chad Groepper, and George Spain.
A positive attitude may not solve all your problems, but it will annoy enough people to make it worth your effort. |
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| 26 Aug 2006 3:53 AM |
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| Our prayers are with your family and friends. You will be missed |
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Rambo2
Posts: 12
NW Iowa
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| 26 Aug 2006 6:41 AM |
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| Pfc. William E. Thorne was and is a Hero in my book any day. Cory my thought are with you at your time of lose.God spend to William. |
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USMC 1981-1987
Abate of Iowa --Life Member |
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ndtazman
Posts: 369
Grand Forks, North Dakota.
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| 26 Aug 2006 7:27 AM |
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| God Bless this Hero. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends. Thank you for your service Pfc.Thorne. You will not be forgotten. Rest in Peace Soldier. |
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doublem
Posts: 79
Marathon, IA
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| 26 Aug 2006 8:01 AM |
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My deepest sympathies to the Thorne Family. My prayers are with you. This one too is in my back yard, as information becomes available, we will make sure it gets posted.
Pfc. Thorne rest in peace, your mission is over.
Mark Miller
PGR
NW IA Rde Capt.
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In the truest sense, freedom cannot be bestowed; it must be achieved.
Franklin D. Roosevelt
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When he gives everything that is in him to do the job he has before him. That is all you can ask of him.
Harry S Truman
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MSGHAWKEYE
Posts: 5
Ames, IA
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| 26 Aug 2006 8:19 AM |
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We feel for the family and friends of this Iowa HERO. Standing by in AMES, IA
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Bob-o
Posts: 65
Sioux Center, Iowa
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| 26 Aug 2006 8:33 AM |
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Rest easy PFC Thorne. Your mission is complete.Becuse of your sacrifice the red of our flag runs deeper, the white more brilliant, the blue more beautiful and the stars shine brighter. God bless you!
Willie now rests in that special part of Heaven reserved for heroes.
Standing ready in Sioux Center. |
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gochiefs24
Posts: 112
Panora Iowa
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| 26 Aug 2006 8:47 AM |
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| standing by and ready to ride for this hero. |
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USN 86-96
USNR 97-99
DAV Life Member
ALR Post 731
ABATE Of Iowa Dist 3 |
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trident_t150
Posts: 678
Marshall Sector Ride Captain, Minnesota
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| 26 Aug 2006 10:54 AM |
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Standing by in SW Minnesota.
No greater love hath any man than this, that he layeth down his life for his friends. John 15:13 |
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Avatar picture taken at Hector, Mn., Municipal Airport, where a T33 was erected in memory of my first cousin and best friend, Capt Robert C. Swanson, USAF, who died in service to his country in 1978, and in whose memory I ride with the PGR, to honor all who have served our nation.
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lady_fyrkiller
Posts: 165
Everly, Iowa
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| 26 Aug 2006 11:09 AM |
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Thorne Family & Friends, please know my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. PFC Thorne is a true American Hero.
PFC Thorne, Rest in peace dear soldier, your mission is complete.
Standing by in Everly, Will be honored to honor this great Hero.
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Tara "Tee" Patrick
IA-Ride Captain & HOTH Assistant
Firefighter II & EMT-I
Proud mom of Christopher, US Army~ Home from his 4th tour in "the sand box"
Proud mom of CeeJay, US Navy Medical Corps ~Home from the sand box
Proud mom of Drew, (15) future military
“Freedom is not more than one generation away from extinction. We didn’t pass it to our children in the blood stream. It must be fought for, protected, and handed on for them to do the same, or one day we will spend our sunset years telling our children and grandchildren what it was once like in the United States where men were free.” Ronald Reagan
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flhtci_jim
Posts: 792
Poway, CA
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| 26 Aug 2006 11:21 AM |
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Condolences to the family and friends of Pfc Thorne. Your service and your sacrifice will not be forgotten.
Remembering and honoring William and all of our fallen heroes in Poway, California |
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Jim McKown
USAF 1975 - 1981
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Sonney38
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| 26 Aug 2006 11:44 AM |
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| To the Thorne family, You are not alone, we are all with you. My wife and I are standing ready in southwest Minnesota |
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quadkc
Posts: 120
Glenwood, Iowa
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| 26 Aug 2006 11:47 AM |
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| This is now a confirmed Mission. Will pass specific details when available |
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Keith Callaway
MSgt, USAF (Ret)
Retired State Captain for Iowa
Director, Western Iowa American Legion Riders
712-527-2155
keith@glenwoodtechnology.com
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loxmith1
Posts: 3
Sioux Center, IA
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| 26 Aug 2006 2:53 PM |
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| Our deepest condolences to Corey and her family. This one is also in "my backyard". We are standing ready for this hero in Sioux Center, IA. |
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oldgoldwing
Posts: 57
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| 26 Aug 2006 3:35 PM |
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Ready to ride to honor this fallen hero
God bless his family
oldgoldwing
"carry each others burdens and in this way you will fullfill the laws of Christ Galatians 6:2 NIV |
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ramx
Posts: 24
Brewster, Minn
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| 26 Aug 2006 3:57 PM |
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Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of PFC Thorne. We all mourn with you. He is our hero too.
Stand down PFC Thorne your mission is accomplished. You can rest now in the arms of our Lord.
Standing By in Brewster, MN |
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Ken Pederson
Worthington Sector ARC
Life Member VFW Post 4743
PUFL American Legion Post 608
Life Member DAV Chapter 36
Member Vietnam Veterans of America
SW MN ABATE Member |
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live2ride55
Posts: 84
Eden Prairie, MN
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| 26 Aug 2006 5:00 PM |
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My deepest sympathy to the family and loved ones of Pfc. Thorne. Iowa has lost yet another hero. Thank you for your service to country and for your ultimate sacrifice. Rest in peace soldier....you will not be forgotten.
Standing by in Minnesota....... |
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Sgt. Phil Pesheck
Law Enforcement Coordinator
Minnesota Patriot Guard
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Preacherman
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| 26 Aug 2006 7:07 PM |
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Our deepest sympathies to the Thorne family.
Standing by in East Iowa. |
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tbone
Posts: 65
spencer, iowa
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| 26 Aug 2006 7:13 PM |
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| Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of PFC. William E. Thorne. I can't thank you enough for your service to our great country. You are a true hero, one that we will never forget. We are standing by in Spencer to ride in your honor. |
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Proud PGR member #9130, ALR member Post 241
& American Legion Post 1
Riding In Memory of Scott Larsen - my 1st son 12-23-87
Riding In Memory of John Lamee - Sturgis 2005
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