Susan Sturgis 
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Bear, DE
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| 14 Nov 2006 3:34 PM |
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SHORT NOTICE: Sgt Richard F. ‘Rick’ Gunn Jr., of Rochester, MN – 15 Nov. 06
Rick Gunn Jr. is a Gulf War and Operation Desert Storm Veteran. We have been requested to attend his funeral services this Wednesday, November 15, 2006.
Craig Ugland will be the Ride Captain for this mission. We will provide a flag line as guests arrive for visitation and funeral services at Resurrection Evangelical Lutheran Church (RELC) in Rochester . We will then escort the family from the church to Oakwood East Cemetery for the burial ceremony. We will provide another flag line at the cemetery. Weather pending, we will provide a bike escort of approx 7 miles from the church to the cemetery.
Wednesday Funeral Staging will be as follows:
9:00 am Stage at the Northwest Plaza at 55th St NW in Rochester. Meet near the Kwik Trip in front of the former Econo Foods.
9:20 am Pre-Ride Briefing.
9:30 am Kickstands Up – Travel 55th St. East then South on 18th Ave. to RELC @ 4520 19th Ave NW. (1-1/2 miles)
9:40 am Arrive at the Church. Parking TBD and shared at the Pre-Ride Briefing. Upon arrival, we will form a Flag Line at the entrance of the church for arriving family and guests.
10:00 am Visitation begins
11:00 am Funeral begins. We will take a break at this time and prepare to escort to the cemetery. (Approx 45 minutes)
11:50 am +/- Depart for the Cemetery. We will travel 37th St / East Circle Drive to Viola Rd. (7 miles)
12:00 pm Arrive at Oak Wood East Cemetery @ Viola Rd and 36th Ave NE, park as directed. At the site, we will provide a flag line for the family.
12:15 pm Internment begins. This should take approximately 15 minutes. Upon the families departure, we will be dismissed.
This is Mr. Gunn's obituary, as it appears in the Rochester Post Bulletin:
Rick Gunn obituary (edited by cagerbob)
We will be traveling at posted speed limits riding in standard staggered formation. If this is beyond your riding skills or comfort level, please follow along behind the group on your own, cage it, or pass on this escort.
Be flexible as things change, work with it. And if you have a question, ask a ride captain.
Be sure to bring plenty of water, something to eat, and appropriate riding gear for the weather forecast.
Please feel free to e-mail or call me with any questions!
Craig Ugland
Ride Captain
Rochester, MN Sector
Patriot Guard Riders
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Rollingthunder
Posts: 320
Minneosta
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| 14 Nov 2006 3:37 PM |
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| I will with a sad heart have to stand down from this mission. To the Gunn family my deepest apologies on your loss. |
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Brian "Boober" Jones
Patriot Guard Riders
Minnesota HOTH Coordinator
Son's of the American Legion - Post 54
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gcelton
Posts: 37
"Redleg" Cottage Grove, MN
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| 14 Nov 2006 3:45 PM |
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Thank you Sgt Gunn for your service to our country and for defending my freedom. My condolences to the family and friends of this American Hero.
May God welcome you with open arms. Rest now, your mission is complete.
Pending tomorrow's weather, standing by (the scoot or the cage) in Cottage Grove. |
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Gordon C. Elton
U.S. Army, Field Artillery (Ret)
1968-1993
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Turg
Posts: 37
SE MN
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| 14 Nov 2006 3:51 PM |
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I will be attending to honor this hero.
Fog with cold temps predicted for morning, I most likely will be taking a truck if foggy. If there are others in the Grand Meadow area that prefer to take a cage on this mission I have room for 3.
I will check this thread this evening or contact turg@hmtel.com if interested in a ride and to coordinate time.
God Bless Sgt Gunn Jr. and his family! |
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STG1(sw)
Posts: 218
St. Paul, Mpls, MN, USA
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| 14 Nov 2006 4:38 PM |
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My condolences to the family and friends of this American Hero Sgt Richard f. Gunn Jr.
Stand down Sgt Gunn Your Mission is Complete for your service to our country and for defending my freedom. My God open his arms and bless you into his Kingdom.
Standing by in St. Paul Park |
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John P. Thompson III "Indian John"
MN, S.E. Metro RC (Stepped Down Due Pending Death in 6-12 Months or Possible 6 to 24 Months with the Treatment.
MN, S.E. Metro Ride Captain (2005?-2009)
MN, S. E. Metro Assistant Ride Captain (2004?-2005?)
MN-Patriot Guard (2004?)
STG1 (SW) (PJ) US Navy 1981-1997
St. Paul, Minneapolis, MN, USA
http://www.caringbridge.org Name: indianjohn
mnindianjohn@gmail.com
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CUGLAND
Posts: 347
Rochester, MN
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| 14 Nov 2006 4:40 PM |
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My condolences go out the the family and friends of Rick Gunn. It is an honor to be able to show my respects to you on this most solemn of days.
Weather permitting, I will attend on the Scooter.
Standing by in Rochester...
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Craig Ugland
Ride Captain - Rochester Sector
Senior Ride Captain - Southern MN
Just as a soldier can not fight on an empty stomach, neither can they fight with a broken heart feeling that they fight unsupported by those for whom they fight.
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lynx36
Posts: 226
Galesburg, IL
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| 14 Nov 2006 5:18 PM |
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Rest in peace Rick. Your service to our country will never be
forgotten. If it were not for the heroes like you, this country
would not be the great nation that it is. God bless you.
My sincerest condolences to your loved ones.
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Terry Hicks
West Central IL SRC
Vietnam 67-68
"We have gone forth from our shores repeatedly over the last hundred years and put
wonderful young men and women at risk, many of whom have lost their lives, and we
have asked for nothing except enough ground to bury them in." Colin Powell
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bosky
Posts: 603
st. joseph, MO
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| 14 Nov 2006 5:36 PM |
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| my deepest condolences to the family of Richard Gunn. May the Good Lord grant you peace at this difficult time. |
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ral
Posts: 89
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| 14 Nov 2006 6:13 PM |
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| My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Sgt Gunn. Serving in two branches of our military is indeed above and beyond the call of duty. |
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Lori Musolf
Posts: 325
Litchfield, MN
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| 14 Nov 2006 8:02 PM |
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Our condolences to the family and friends of Sgt. Rick Gunn. Our hearts are saddened by the loss of another great American hero!!! I am sorry to say that we will be unable to attend this mission but our hearts and prayers will be there with you.
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Lori & Andy Musolf
Proud to be Patriot Guard Riders
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MNHeritagePatriot
Posts: 211
Worthington Ride Captain - Pipestone, MN
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| 14 Nov 2006 8:33 PM |
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To the family: My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. We mourn with you. May God comfort and keep you in the days ahead. The PGR is honored to be invited to support you and show the honor that Rick so very much deserves. Thank you Sgt Gunn for going above and beyond to serve our Country - we are eternally grateful.
I regret to say that I will not be able to attend this mission but I will be there in spirit to honor this Great Hero. |
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Paul Ramsbey
Worthington Ride Captain
Son of Korean War Vet
Past Commander of SAL Post 14, Flora IL
Eternally grateful to our men and women who serve ... may we never forget nor underestimate the selfless dedication and sacrifices of our true Amercan Heroes! |
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kenny13b
Posts: 66
monticello, mn, 55362
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| 14 Nov 2006 8:39 PM |
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My deepest condolences to the family and friends of Sgt Gunn. It ts with deep regret that I will not be able to show my respect, and thanks in person, but know I wiil be there in spirit.
Kenny B....
USN (ret)
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trident_t150
Posts: 715
Marshall Sector Ride Captain, Minnesota
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| 14 Nov 2006 9:57 PM |
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| Thoughts and prayers coming your way from the other side of the state. May the memories of your loved one help you to find peace and comfort during this difficult time. |
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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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snowman789
Posts: 65
Minneapolis
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| 15 Nov 2006 6:05 AM |
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Thank you Sgt Richard F. ‘Rick’ Gunn Jr for the service you have done. Stand down Soldier, your duty is finished here. Now there is one set of foot prints in the sand, for he is carrying you home now. Thank you from the bottom of my heart, you will never be forgotten.
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Dick "Snowman" Ratliff
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hlange
Posts: 1004
NCR Captain, Bangor WI
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| 15 Nov 2006 7:52 AM |
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| My condolences and prayers to the family. I cannot attend this mission due to prior comittments but will be standing the flagline in spirit. God bless Rick and his family. Rest now, your watch was well stood. |
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Henry A. Lange BTC(SW)(USN)(Ret)
"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
"I can imagine no more rewarding a career. And any man who may be asked in this century what he did to make his life worthwhile, I think can respond with a good deal of pride and satisfaction:
"I served in the United States Navy""
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borntoride
Posts: 200
Oak Lawn
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| 15 Nov 2006 9:21 AM |
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| God Bless you Sgt Richard F. `Rick`Gunn Jr, Thank you for fighting for our freedom in America we would be lost with out you, God Bless your Family and Friends, you are a Hero, Please Rest in Peace. |
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Ultra Star
Posts: 98
Fergus Falls, MN. Alexandria, MN. Ride Captain
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| 15 Nov 2006 5:39 PM |
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It's always sad when a Hero dies, but know that we are proud of his service to our freedom and country. Rest in peace now Rick and go with God. Your pain and suffering is over, and we know you are in a better place.
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Freedom isn't free, but it's worth fighting for.
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Do not get tired of doing what is good. Don’t get discouraged and give up, for we will reap a harvest of blessing at the appropriate time. Galatians 6:9
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jayhill
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Centennial Colorado
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