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oldiron6 
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Updated 28 Jun 07 1316 edt S Sturgis
Final Staging for WWII vet Cpl. Raymond Benson's Interment Service in Wahkon, MN, 30 June 2007
0935 Staging opens
Cenex/Federated Co-Ops Gas Station
925 S Hwy 47
Isle, MN 56342
Phone: (320) 676-3865
0950 Briefing/Waivers
1000 Kickstands up for cemetery (2.5 mile ride)
1015 Flag lines formed
1100 Interment Service
1130 Approximate end of service
1200 Post mission gathering will be at the White Cap Inn on Lake Mille Lacs
Starr Marshall is the RCIC
The funeral home director and the White Cap Inn have asked for a headcount so please email Starr at brainerd@mnpatriotguard.org or call her at 218-851-5815 if you plan to attend by Thursday evening.
Individual sectors may set specific staging. Please contact your Ride Captain for details.
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Doug Bley
Senior Ride Captain
MN Patriot Guard
In honor of NT-12/4/06, WB-2/26/07, CA-2/28/07
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We have been invited to attend the service for Raymond Earl Benson.
Ray was a WWII Vet, a Corporal in the Army, and received the National Defense Service Medal. We will attend the interment service only.
Tentative Staging Information.
Stage at Pine Square in Brainerd at 0815, depart at 0830 Meet up with others staged at the Westerlund Cenex at 0900 Briefing and 0920 Depart Malmo at 0930 Arrive at the Sacred Heart Cemetery in Wahkon, MN (Highway 27) by 1000 Interment Service 1100 Dismissed approximately 1200 We will be going to a Vets club afterward for a post mission gathering
Final staging information will be posted by June 28, 2007
Starr Marshall, Brainerd RC, will be the RCIC on this mission.
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Doug Bley
Senior Ride Captain
MN Patriot Guard
In honor of NT-12/4/06, WB-2/26/07, CA-2/28/07
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vander177
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Vandergrift, PA
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| 27 Jun 2007 10:49 AM |
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My condolences and prayers to the family and friends of WWII Veteran Raymond Earl Benson. I thank you for your military service and sacriifces you made for this great country in keeping peace worldwide. You may be gone, but, you will never be forgotten.
The price of freedom is wirtten on the WALL!
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Ralph A. DeLorme, SFC, US Army, Retired
PGR Western PA Veterans Liaison
Patriot Guard Riders (#75,342), Ride Captain, Region 10, PA
American Legion Riders, Post 820, Monroeville, PA
GWRRA member - PA Chapter U
DAV Life Member
Riding in memory of Herbert Weltz - US Army - KIA 03-25-68
Riding in memory of our grandson Randy C. DeLorme - April 1986 - December 2001
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charlesd
Posts: 334
Plattsmouth, NE
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| 27 Jun 2007 11:05 AM |
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Doesn't matter where/when they fought. If they fall. We'll stand. Thank you Raymond for your service to your country. Be there in spirit..
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Dave "DC" Charles
USAF 1981-2002
"Doesn't matter where/when you served, when you fall, we'll stand."
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HDriderDave1
Posts: 7059
N. AL Ride Capt. Madison, AL
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| 27 Jun 2007 11:42 AM |
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God Bless Raymond Earl Benson, family and friends. My sincere condolences to the family and friends. Thank you for your service and sacrifice Great Warrior. I pray the lord takes you into his Kingdom. May you rest in peace "A True American Hero". You will not be forgotten! I will be standing by in spirit with my fellow brothers.
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Lord Jesus help me as I mourn, comfort me with the knowledge of your love which is stronger than death. Enable me to trust you for the future of my love ones and myself. Help me to cast all of my care on you, knowing that the grave holds no power over those who trust in you. Amen. |
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Tal
Posts: 3
Nicollet, MN
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| 27 Jun 2007 11:45 AM |
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My condolences to the family of Raymond Benson, may God grant you all peace and comfort.
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windsinger
Posts: 2600
Medina,Ohio
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| 27 Jun 2007 12:15 PM |
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| MY SINCERE CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF RAYMOND EARL BENSON. |
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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
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dbley
Posts: 654
Twin Cities
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| 27 Jun 2007 12:20 PM |
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| Another member of our greatest generation has gone home... God speed Cpl Benson |
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Doug Bley
MN State Captain
Patriot Guard Riders
In memory of my friend John Gorman - Rangers 2bn - Dog Company - WWII
"Rangers Lead The Way!" |
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Lhannah
Posts: 5
Minnesota
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| 27 Jun 2007 12:54 PM |
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My deepest condolences to the family and friends of Raymond Earl Benson, American Hero.
Your service to this country will never be forgotten. It is because of men like you that we
can live free. God Bless you Raymond. May you find eternal peace and comfort with Him.
Standing by in Monticello, MN. |
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Pepper_guy
Posts: 9922
Lacey, WA
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| 27 Jun 2007 12:59 PM |
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My sincere condolences and prayers to family and friends of Raymond Earl Benson, U.S. Army and WWII Veteran. Mr. Benson, I am forever grateful for your service to our country. Your service and sacrifices will not be forgotten. You are a "TRUE AMERICAN HERO". May you Forever Rest in Peace.
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Jasper54
Posts: 7187
Columbus, Ohio
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| 27 Jun 2007 1:32 PM |
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| My prayers and condolences go out to the family and friends of Mr. Benson. I pray that the Lord Jesus is there with you to hold you, comfort you and to strengthen you duing this time of sorrow. |
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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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zredmanz
Posts: 1019
Pearland, TX.
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| 27 Jun 2007 1:32 PM |
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| Mr. Raymond Earl Benson, 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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Slowhand
Posts: 4057
Northeastern, Maryland Senior Chaplain & Ride Captain
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| 27 Jun 2007 8:16 PM |
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| I would like to extend my deepest condolences to the family and friends in this very sad time in your lives . My prayers are that our GOD may bring peace and comfort to all of you during this tragic time. Please know that not just me but a country full of people like me owe you a dept that can never be repaid , but please take solace in the fact that your loved one is now with our lord in heaven. We are all brothers and sisters in arms and we don't forget one of our own, rest in peace your mission is complete and now it's time for you to rest . May GOD bless each and everyone of you |
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vukf
Posts: 444
Asst Sr Ride Capt Illinois BSS
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| 28 Jun 2007 2:42 AM |
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| Rest in peace Mr. Benson. We have the watch |
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I tried to be a Peacemaker
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Snowhite
Posts: 1488
Elsberry, Mo.
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| 28 Jun 2007 3:50 AM |
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| My Heart and Prayers will be with the Family and Friends of Raymond Earl Benson, WWII Vet. A True American Hero. Thank You for Your Service for Our Country. |
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Terry Martin
We Will Always Remember
Vietnam Vet 67-68
85th Evac Hospital
PGR Riders
CVMA MO. Chapter 4-2
American Legion Riders Chapter 313 MO.
American Legion Riders-MO. Asst. State Director
VFW Post 9064- Commander
MO. VFW 9th District POW/MIA Chairman
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PGRLabLuvr
Posts: 9238
Naples, FL
Senior Ride Captain
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| 28 Jun 2007 5:50 AM |
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My deepest, heartfelt condolences to the Family and Friends of this Veteran.
May you rest in eternal peace.
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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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Uffda
Posts: 13629
Wonder Lake, IL
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| 28 Jun 2007 7:19 AM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Raymond Earl Benson, WWII Veteran. May God help you though this difficult time and sorrow. He is one of America's Heroes that will never be forgotten.
Rest Safely and Securely in God's Loving Arms, Earl.
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.
In Memory of Jon Dreymann 08-13-09 WWR NRC Who left us way too soon. Farvel min venn. |
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Nanner
Posts: 76
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| 28 Jun 2007 7:25 AM |
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To the family and friends of Earl Benson:
My condolence's go out to you for the loss of your loved. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for what Earl did to keep our country free. May he rest with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
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TMR
Posts: 2981
Willow Springs IL
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| 28 Jun 2007 8:13 AM |
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| Godspeed, and God bless you, Mr. Benson, for your service in protecting all of us. |
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wvhusker
Posts: 5755
Ashland, KY
Sr. KY R/C
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| 28 Jun 2007 9:31 AM |
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Mr. Benson,
Thank you for your willingness to defend the United States of America and her freedoms and interests. Your death brings much sorrow and sadness to the hearts and lives of your family, friends, military brothers and sisters, each and every member of the Patriot Guard Riders, and all who truly appreciate their freedom. We are proud of your service and dedication in that which you believed in and fought for. Your mission is complete. You are truly an American hero and the world in which we live is a safer place because of your commitment to freedom. We will now proudly stand for you with honor, dignity, and respect. We pray that you will now rest peacefully in the arms of God. May He provide peace, comfort, and understanding to each life you touched.
WVHusker
Tom & Kelly
Ashland, KY
NE KY R/C
US Army, 1988 - 1998
Operations Desert Shield/Storm
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"Heaven Was Needing A Hero" (Jo Dee Messina)
My personal thanks to HUDPatriotGuard for posting this on YouTube. May this touch your heart as it did mine. ~WVHusker
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Susan Sturgis
Posts: 7098
Bear, DE
In Memory of Ed "Old Iron" Barrett
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| 28 Jun 2007 11:31 AM |
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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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dbley
Posts: 654
Twin Cities
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| 28 Jun 2007 11:36 AM |
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| Final Staging for WWII vet Cpl. Raymond Benson's Interment Service in Wahkon, MN, 30 June 2007
0935 Staging opens
Cenex/Federated Co-Ops Gas Station
925 S Hwy 47
Isle, MN 56342
Phone: (320) 676-3865
0950 Briefing/Waivers
1000 Kickstands up for cemetery (2.5 mile ride)
1015 Flag lines formed
1100 Interment Service
1130 Approximate end of service
1200 Post mission gathering will be at the White Cap Inn on Lake Mille Lacs
Starr Marshall is the RCIC
The funeral home director and the White Cap Inn have asked for a headcount so please email Starr at brainerd@mnpatriotguard.org or call her at 218-851-5815 if you plan to attend by Thursday evening.
Individual sectors may set specific staging. Please contact your Ride Captain for details. |
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Doug Bley
MN State Captain
Patriot Guard Riders
In memory of my friend John Gorman - Rangers 2bn - Dog Company - WWII
"Rangers Lead The Way!" |
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mtcat1000
Posts: 102
St Cloud MN 56301
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| 28 Jun 2007 8:32 PM |
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| My condolences go out to the family and friends of Raymond Benson. God bless you Ray. |
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Greg Studer
St Cloud Mn Sector ARC
St Cloud Mn Sector Hoth Rep
US Army 1974-1977
101st Airborne Division (Air Assault)
“I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” |
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satyr
Posts: 7366
Raleigh, NC
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| 28 Jun 2007 11:11 PM |
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I would like to offer my sincere condolences to the family and friends of Raymond Benson. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Thank you Mr. Benson for your service to our country. I salute you. Rest easy soldier.
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Steve Roma
USAF 1976 - 1980, TAC
Dry Hill AFS, Watertown, NY
Finland AFS, Finland, MN
We cherish too, the Poppy red
That grows on fields where valor led,
It seems to signal to the skies
That blood of heroes never dies.
- Moina Micheals - 1918
"We Shall Keep the Faith"
Inspired by the poem "In Flanders Field" |
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Chief2
Posts: 12
Minnesota
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| 29 Jun 2007 8:17 AM |
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| My condolences to the family and friends of Raymond Earl Benson.No that your loved ones service to this great country does not go unnoticed. Thank You for your service and rest in peace. |
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MN,N.E Metro ARC
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webelieve
Posts: 113
Roberts, WI
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| 29 Jun 2007 12:11 PM |
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| It is with deep regret and sympathy that I mourn the loss of yet another fine American. My deepest sympathy and condolences go out to the family of Raymond Earl Benson, WWII Vet, for thier loss. Raymond Earl Benson, you can stand down, your duty is over, you will now enter into the service of our Lord and Savior. |
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American Patriot Riders
Life Member - American Legion Post 121, WI
BSHDFC_MM
CMA
Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord... Psalms 33:12 ESV
Therefore, as you received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk in him, rooted and built up in him and established in the faith, just as you were taught, abounding in thanksgiving. Colossians 2:6-7 ESV
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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