Leon Jay Ball, Veteran, USA - Vietnam, Heppner, Oregon - 14 Apr 2018

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Memorial Mission

Leon Jay Ball, Veteran
USA - Vietnam
Heppner, Oregon - 14 Apr 2018

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ABOUT THE MISSION:

Ladies and gentlemen of the Patriot Guard Riders, we have been requested to participate in the Celebration of Life Ceremony for Private Leon Jay Ball. Ball entered the USA in 1968 and was a light weapons infantryman and radio operator in Vietnam. After his two years of service, he transferred to the US Army Reserve with a terminal date in 1972. Ball was awarded the Sharpshooter, Combat Infantryman Badge and 2d Class Gunner awards. For his service he was decorated with the National Defense Service Medal, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal and the Vietnam Service Medal w/1 Bronze Service Star. After his service he became a meter reader and a lineman for PGE and later for UEC. He loved hunting, four-wheeling and riding his horse. Please join us as we pay our respects and honor this war hero and veteran and his commitment to serve our great nation.

PRIMARY STAGING DETAILS: 14 Apr 2018
Primary Staging Time: 2:30 P.M.

Heppner Elks Lodge
142 N. Main St.
Heppner, Oregon - 97836

Ride Captain:

Gary David
541 561 2128
tootall2128@gmail.com

Special Instructions:

Park in back parking lot (N. Chase St)

Briefing: 1445 hrs
Flag Line: 1500 hrs
Service: 1600 hrs
Upon commencement of service, flag line will be dismissed.
Debriefing TBA

Weather Report: Cloudy skies, High 64F, Winds SSW at 10-15 mph, 0% rain

Flags & Water:

Flags Will NOT Be Provided, Please Bring Your Own.
Large Bike Flags will NOT be needed.
Water will be provided.

Submitted By: John Hanan II
Position: State Captain

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[JoeLouis]

My sincere condolences to the family and friends of our fallen Hero. May the memories of your loved one provide you comfort in this time of sorrow.
Thank you for your service Patriot. Rest in Peace.

[Hotwheel]

I wish to extend my deepest sympathy and condolences to the family and friends of this fallen hero.
Their service and sacrifice will not be forgotten. Hero, you can stand down now.
Your mission is done . Rest in peace. We have the watch.

POW-MIA's you are not forgotten.


"Hotwheel," Cisco, Texas


In memory of :
SGT. Ralph D. Woods Jr. USA Korea
Crew Chief Eddy J. Pearman USAAC/USAF Korea
Radio Operator Duane Duncan USMC Vietnam

[mailman]

Rest In Peace Veteran.

[Harley Harrold]

I offer my condolences to the family and friends of this HERO who will not be forgotten. Rest in peace forever free.

[ratkatgold]

I extend my most heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Leon J. Ball, US Army Vietnam Veteran. During this most difficult time, I pray you peace. I will forever be grateful for his service, sacrifice, and dedication to our country. Rest easy now, Sir...those you have left behind to carry on without you have the watch. Welcome home...

[fiddler892]

My sincere condolences to the family and friends of this American Hero, a grateful nation mourns your loss. Find peace, strength and comfort in the knowledge that your fallen hero gave unselfishly of themselves in order to keep us all free and safe. Your brave warrior will never be forgotten. Thank you for sharing your loved one with all of us, their sense of duty and honor will live on for generations to come. God Bless you our Hero for a job well done.Stand down and rest in peace.




As I sit in Heaven, and watch you every day,
I try to let you know with signs, I never went away.
I hear you when you're laughing, and watch you while you sleep,
I even place my arms around you, to calm you as you weep.
I see you wish the days away, begging to have me home,
So I try to send you signs, so you know you are not alone.
Don't feel guilty that you have life, that was denied to me,
Heaven is truly beautiful, just you wait and see.
So live your life, laugh again, enjoy yourself, be free,
Then I know with every breath you take, you'll be taking one for me.

[SurfaceWarrior]

It is with heavy heart that I offer sincere condolences to the family of an American Hero.

May the memories of your Hero carry you through the days and years to come.

Rest in Peace My Brother…

And as we of the United States Navy would say… Fair Winds and Following Seas, we now have the Watch…

[useless]

My wife and I wish to extend our deepest sympathy for the loss of Your Hero.
Rest in Peace, you will not be forgotten.

[lakeland_lobo]

I am very sorry for the tremendous loss of your loved one. I offer my condolences and prayers to help all of you through this difficult time. May God grant you comfort and love.

[kbell]

My sincere condolences and prayers to the family and friends of Pvt Leon Jay Ball. May your faith give you strength. May your memories give you comfort. May GOD'S love give you peace. Thank you Leon for your service.

[srdoll]

RIP, Warrior.

[useless]

My wife and I wish to extend our deepest sympathy for the loss of Your Hero.
Rest in Peace, you will not be forgotten.