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Hyster 
Posts: 137
Aptos, CA
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| 19 Jun 2009 11:41 AM |
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I have followed this tragic story since it began unfolding here on the forum. The end causess both sadness and relief. I share the grief felt by Don's family and other loved ones; I feel relief that his struggles and pain are over.
Everything I've read here convinces me that I would have been made more complete had I known Don personally. That opportunity is now lost. But what I can do is try to live up the standards that a man like Don clearly held: honor and sacrifice for a cause greater than one's self. In that way, the essence of Don will live on.
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"Let no vandalism of avarice or neglect, no ravages of time, testify to the present or to the coming generations, that we have forgotten, as a people, the cost of a free and undivided Republic." ~John A. Logan
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Riding in honor and memory of Ships Engineer Richard M. Libby, US Merchant Marine - WWII; Army Spc. Eduardo Silva, and Cpl Dustin J. Libby, USMC, Killed 6-Dec-06 in Iraq
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BethieA
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Hemet CA
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| 19 Jun 2009 12:03 PM |
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| I have a feeling that the motorcycle parking in heaven is close up...as it always is....close up to the throne of the Lord, and that Don pulled in there on that gorgeous red chopper Erinn told us about, and his brothers and sisters were waiting for him with a smile, and a hug and ready to tell all those stories of rides that took them to beautiful and far away places. And I know that heaven is filled with those perfect country roads, lined with flowers and soft meadows and towering trees full of birds who sing the Lord's praises. Ride on Don, ride on. |
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Beth
Navy Widow (Ret)
I Did Not Die
Do not stand at my grave and forever weep.
I am not there; I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am the diamond glints on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain.
I am the gentle autumn’s rain.
When you awaken in the morning’s hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and forever cry.
I am not there. I did not die.
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rlfaubion
Posts: 59
Citrus Heights, California
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| 19 Jun 2009 12:11 PM |
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| Having followed along, it is with great sadness I offer condolences to Don's friends, family and fellow PGR. Rest in peace brother. |
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Ron "Valdez" Faubion, No. California
USMC, VN Vet '66-'67
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BHawk
Posts: 476
"Doc Hawk"
Assistant California
State Captain
Capitol Region
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| 19 Jun 2009 7:21 PM |
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| To the Family and Friends of Don Kanney, my most sincere condolences, and God Bless. Standing By in Grass Valley |
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Bill Hawkins,
US Army Veteran - 1st Infantry Division Vietnam 1965-1967 "Combat Medic"
"No Mission Too Difficult. No Sacrifice Too Great. Duty First."
  
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Mr.Clean2
Posts: 151
Thousand Oaks, CA
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| 19 Jun 2009 7:54 PM |
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Wednesday June 24th at 11AM we will celebrate the life of Don Kanney at the Newbury Park First Christian Church, 803 Knollwood, Newbury Park, CA 91320.
We will escort the family to and from the services with a reception to follow at their home.
Gather at 9:30 AM at Carl's Jr. 1384 No. Moorpark Road, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360 (In the Ralph's shopping center on the corner of Moorpark and Janns roads)
Meeting at 9:45
KSU at 10 AM
Wear Baby Blue at the request of the family.
MC2 R/C 805 796-9894
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Littlemike
Posts: 128
Richmond, Ky
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| 19 Jun 2009 8:07 PM |
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| PLease accept my family's sincere condolances for the loss of Don. May you find strength in the memories of his journey through life in this world and knowing that he now rides on the wings of angels. |
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Mike Sexton
Ride Captain - Madison County
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satyr
Posts: 7366
Raleigh, NC
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| 19 Jun 2009 10:20 PM |
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I would like to offer my sincere condolences to the family and friends of PGR brother, Don Kanney. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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satyr
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"
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Uffda
Posts: 13696
Wonder Lake, IL
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| 20 Jun 2009 6:34 AM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Don Kanney, PGR Member.
May God help you though this difficult time and sorrow. For his
unselfish dedication to the PGR and families of the fallen he will
never be forgotten.
Rest Safely and Securely in God's Loving Arms, Don.
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.
Morning
Star lights the way;
Restless dream all done;
Shadows gone, break of day,
Life has just begun.
Every tear wiped away,
Pain and sickness gone;
Wide awake there with Him!
Peace goes on and on!
Going home, going home,
I'll be going home.
See the Light! See the Sun!
I'm just going home.
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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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StarCruzer
Posts: 14
Southern California
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| 20 Jun 2009 7:22 AM |
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It was my privilege to ride missions with Don and to be considered his Friend.
It will be my honor to help in comforting the Family next week as they celebrate his life and his Homecoming.
I know he loved you dearly..............
Because of the Love of Jesus Christ,
Terry Waggoner
Camarillo, CA
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Chiefskid
Posts: 502
Pembroke, MA R/C
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| 20 Jun 2009 7:24 AM |
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 American Muscle !
Riding With Respect
It is with the deepest sorrow and sadness that we the Massachusetts Patriot Guard Riders extend our sympathy to Don, "Pops", "Papa", "Dad", "Hon", "Dooneeee", "Gwamp Gwamp"s loving wife Gail , daughter Erinn and son, family and friends of California Patriot Guard Rider Brother / Member Don Kanney, Newbury Park, CA . In our eyes and in the eyes of his fellow riders , Don is a True American Patriot . A Patriot in his bedrock values and quiet virtues , they represent the very best of what it means to be a American Patriot . Dons dedication and devotion to honor and shield the families of...... Fallen American Hero's... and their families in a flag line as a Patriot Guard Rider has made a bold statement about his patriotism and we thank him. No amount of words or condolences can adequately compensate your family and friends for the deep loss they have suffered, but nonetheless we the Patriot Guard Riders extend our support and solidarity to them in this time of trial and tragedy. Don was a true patriot who loved his country so much that he joined the Patriot Guard Riders , like all riders he was prepared to sacrifice his time for Fallen American Hero's and their families of his beloved country of "The United States Of America" to make sure they received the...... Respect ......they so richly deserve. ......"If a person gives you his time, he can give you.. "no more precious gift”..
Life is precious. And with every beat of our hearts, each of us leaves an indelible impression on the world and the lives around us. As you mourn the loss Don, and celebrate his Eternal Gain, and reflect on the impact of both, know that you are strong and that you are surrounded by many who appreciate you and the impression he left. May God bless Don in death as he blessed him in life and may his light of love and devotion of duty continue to shine in our PGR Organization and Country .There is a light in this world, a healing spirit more powerful than any darkness we may encounter. We sometime lose sight of this force when there is suffering, and too much pain. Then suddenly, the spirit will emerge through the lives of ordinary people who hear a call and answer in extraordinary ways. May the American people continue to put their faith and trust in God on this Fathers Day weekend.......... Bravo Zulu Brother Patriot Guard Rider Don Kanney ........... E Pluribus Unum..............One Cause One Mission ...............RESPECT.........Standing For Those Who Stood For US . ...Standing In Spirit in Massachusetts !
Honor to the Soldier, and Sailor everywhere, who bravely bears his countrys cause. Honor also to the citizen who cares for his brother in the field, and serves, as he best can, the same cause
"Patriot Guard Riders"
Why do they come.. They don't even know him.. Yet they stand for hours.. In the cold.. In the heat.. In the rain.. In the snow.. They never ask for a thing in return.. But yet they receive so much.. Many are veterans.. Many are not.. Why do they care.. They stand in silence.. They stand with tears in their eyes.. They stand for a fallen hero.. They stand because they care.. They stand in respect.. They stand in honor.. They stand because they must.. They stand because it is their duty.. Their duty to the fallen.. Their duty to their country.. Their duty to the grieving family.. And their duty to themselves.. They are the Patriot Guard Riders.. And they will stand until someone stands for them Click On http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/donaldkanney/journal/" |
"Chiefskid" Patriot Guard Riders Mass Ride Captain In Loving Memory Of
Pembrokes Fallen Hero's
1ST Lt. Brian M. McPhillips USMC ,25, KIA 04/04/03
PFC. Matthew A. Bean ARMY , 22, KIA 05/31/07
SPC. Jesse A. Crudop ARMY, Disease 12/13/07
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nermal
Posts: 34
N.o Reading Mass
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| 20 Jun 2009 8:12 AM |
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| May deepest sorrow to the family of our fellow Patriot Gaurd Brother ..You are in my prayers .May the great spirit above keep and watch over you ,And your family in this time of loss... |
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markebrown
Posts: 49
Sacramento
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| 20 Jun 2009 8:33 AM |
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Don Kanney
My prayers are for the family and friends of Don. My most sincere condolences in this time of grief, no matter how prepared you are, when the final moment arrives grief sets in at the loss of our loved one. Our most powerful relief is in the knowledge that even now Don is sitting at the Throne of his Lord and Savior. May God's peace be with you all, my brothers and sisters.
By this time you have already heard these words from our Father in Heave: 'Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Come and share your master's happiness!'
Matthew 25:22-24
Welcome Home Brother! Thank you for your service to our wonderful country. Your service and sacrifice has contributed to glory of America!
May you rest in peace my friend, my the Lord's perpetual light shine upon you. I beseech the Lord's protection and care for your family and friends during this time of grief - until the day we are all reunited in Heaven at the throne of God.
Sgt Mark E Brown, United States Army 1Mar1967-1Dec197
Patriot Guard Riders 121625
Vietnam Veterans of America
VFW
Promise Keepers Ambassadors
Cornerstone Community Church Color Guard
Proud American!
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New Mexico
Posts: 2156
Temple City, California 91780
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| 20 Jun 2009 9:59 AM |
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To the family and friend of Dan Kanney, I wish to extend my deepest and sincere condolences for the tragic loss of your loved one. As an Army vetean and a fellow PGR member of Don, I salute you Don Kanney and thank you for your service to our country and your dedicated service to the California PGR. It was an honor for me to have known you and ridden with you on many missions and I will now stand for you as we take you to your final resting place. May God grant you the rest and peace that you so rightfully deserve. You are now with the Lord and no longer in pain. Vaya con Dios my brother and rest in peace. Dan will be greatly missed by his family and friends, but NEVER forgotten. Vets don't forget.
PGR Brother Down - Kickstands Up
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Willie Zamora - U.S. Army Europe - 1961-1964
8th Infantry Division - 7th Howitzer Battalion
16th Field Artillery - Baumholder, Germany
(The Convincers)
Life Member AMVETS Post 113
RFTW 09
Riding in Memory of New Mexico Medal of Honor Receipients:
Daniel Fernandez - Los Lunas
Joe P. Martinez - Taos
Alejandro R. Ruiz - Loving
Jose F. Valdez - Governardor
Louis Rocco - Albuquerque |
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sbrbrat
Posts: 263
El Cajon, CA
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| 21 Jun 2009 9:44 AM |
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| My deepest and sincerest condolences to the family and friends of Don Kanney. May God comfort and sustain you through this difficult time. It has been a long, hard journey for you all. Thank you, Don, for your dedicated commitment to the Patriot Guard Riders. Thank you for honoring and respecting our American Heroes in such a grand way. Stand down now, your mission is complete. Be assured you will never be forgotten, Don, after doing so much for so many. Rest in sweet eternal peace, my brother~ |
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Linda aka sbrbrat
United States Navy Veteran
1974-1978
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sneakysnake
Posts: 6916
Panama City, Fl.
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| 21 Jun 2009 2:42 PM |
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Gail and I extend our deepest sympathies to the family of Don Kanney. you all will be in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless You All.
Don's service through the PGR will never be forgotten. Ride Free, Brother.
May he now rest in everlasting and heavenly peace. |
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James Davis
BoD/VP Captains
Honored to be a member of the Flag Line
It Ain't Easy Bein' Me!
sneakysnake.pgr.rc@gmail.com
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tbone
Posts: 90
spencer, iowa
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| 21 Jun 2009 4:10 PM |
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| Rest in peace, Brother. |
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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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ROBERTRPEARMAN
Posts: 5273
WASHINGTON HEIGHTS, NY
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| 21 Jun 2009 6:03 PM |
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| OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY AND CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF PGR MEMBER DON KANNEY. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. REST IN PEACE BROTHER. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE. ROBERT AND JUANITA |
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YOU ARE NEVER REALLY GONE UNTIL YOU ARE FORGOTTEN
ROBERT R PEARMAN
US AIR FORCE 1961 - 1965
AMERICAN LEGION
VIETNAM VETERANS OF AMERICA
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monmixr
Posts: 1900
Bartlett, Illinois
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| 22 Jun 2009 6:00 AM |
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| My heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of our PGR Brother. May the Lord give you strength and bring you peace in this time of sorrow. |
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Proud member of the often imitated never duplicated Illinois Patriot Guard Riders.
Eric C. Kuhn
Ride Captain
Illinois Patriot Guard Riders
In memory of CPT Steven M. Strickland B/3 AVN BN 15 SEP 1980
In memory of CW3 Donald G. Cicuzza Jr.
In memory of Carl W. Kuhn WWII Vet. 1927-2009 |
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DiBernardo
Posts: 234
Littlerock. Ca
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| 22 Jun 2009 7:11 AM |
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Our thoughts and prayers to the family and friends of our brother Don Kanney. May the good Lord comfort you at this difficult time.
He was a good man and will be sorely missed. Don used to always coment on my bike. Untli now I didn't know it was the color blue that he liked.
The world has lost another good man.
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God bless and protect our troops. |
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fueler
Posts: 1316
St. Louis, Mo
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| 22 Jun 2009 12:46 PM |
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Don
I did not know you but I know what type of person you were by the letters that others have shared with us.
Thank you for all that you have done for our service men and women. Rest now your mission is thur. You have showed us what it means to be a American Patriot.
May God be with the family and freinds during this time.
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Senior Ride Captian
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Kristal
Posts: 101
Reseda CA
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| 22 Jun 2009 3:02 PM |
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Wow my words are gone, I am sorry it has taken me so long to post, but I just didnt know how to express myself to Don's memory and his family..Today my sad heart was able to say, Don from the first time we met, you welcomed me as a friend, family member to the PGR, it was such an Honor to be on missons with you, and to meet your daughter at the Meet and Greets, sitting around with all our PGR family breaking bread,laughing and just enjoying eachother. That's the last time I saw you,it was a Great day nice sun not real hot just right, we all signed the PGR flag, to send over seas, we took a pic that day, I stood next to you, your daughter on the other side of you,your arm around her, that picture sits on my shelf I will always remember that day and you MY BROTHER DON. May your family keep the Lords Grace close to them as they walk this final path may, HE hold them tight and ease the pain and sorrow, I know you are one again body and soul as you stand next to our Father I also know you will be with us on every mission we are on,and all who loved you will be with you again in time. When it rains and the thunder rolls it's you out for a ride.
Be at PEACE Don and all who loved him..
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MomZor
Posts: 685
Temecula
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| 23 Jun 2009 7:14 AM |
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To the family and friends of our valued PGR Member Don Kanney,
There are no words or platitudes that can temper your pain. I can’t think of anything in life that could be more painful, then the loss of a loved one.
I would, however, like to take a moment to remind you that as deep as the hole in your heart feels at this time, it will be filled over time with the wonderful times spent together.
“Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal” ~From a headstone in Ireland
Thank you Don for your service to our nations heroes. You made a difference in many lives. Rest in Peace.
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MomZor,
Temecula, CA
A Gold Star and Blue Star Mom
Proud PGR member #166128
In Loving Memory of Son Army Combat Medic
Spc Christopher Melvin Wainright
Born on the 4th of July 1982 and Died on the 23rd of January 2009 at 26 years old
Joined Air Force 2000 - THEN - Joined Army 2006
"OIF" Iraq 11/07 thru 01/09
  
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Lcpl David Buck Wainright
Joined - The Marines - 2007
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simigene
Posts: 59
Simi Valley, Ca
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| 23 Jun 2009 3:18 PM |
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| My sincere condolences to the friends and family of Don Kanney. I was with him on the Lebec mission and know that he had respect for those serving us. When I returned home, I saw the tow truck picking up a motorcycle on the 118 interchange. I was deeply sadened to learn that it was Don who was in the accident. I know that he will be welcomed in heaven as he was welcomming our troops home that day.The PGR has lost a great person but we are left with the memories we have of him. Thank you for being there............ |
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Mr.Clean2
Posts: 151
Thousand Oaks, CA
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| 23 Jun 2009 5:26 PM |
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just a reminder...wear Baby Blue if you can.....Tall flags for the scooters......collapseable (sp) flag ploes with American flags. If you have those items...we'll see you tomorrow morning.
Ride Safe.....
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JimJC
Posts: 149
Riverside, Calif.
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| 23 Jun 2009 5:38 PM |
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| Heartfelt condolences to family and friends of Don. As PGR members we all do what our hearts tell us is the right thing. We ride to honor those that have given their lives defending our freedoms. That is what Don...what all of us believe in. When I leave this earth I hope it'll be like Don...while doing the right thing. God bless you Don Kanney.
I am unable to ride this mission as there are four American Heroes in Riverside that need to be honored by standing in as thier family. Don I know will understand. It's what we do...the right thing! |
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