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Sandy9999 
Posts: 1769
Westminster, MD
Ride Captain
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| 02 Nov 2009 9:14 PM |
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USAF Veteran Kenneth Ray Ratcliff (66), Stockton, CA, 6 Nov 09
The Patriot Guard Riders have been invited by the family of Fallen USAF Veteran Kenneth R. Ratcliff, to attend the church services and escort for the burial services.
A military Honor Guard will be present for the services.
Itinerary for Friday, 6 November 2009
On Friday 6 Nov. 2009 the PGR will stage at, Frisbee Warren & Carroll, located at 809 N. California St. Stockton, 95202. The PGR will form a flag line before and after the services for our fallen veteran. The PGR will then escort our veteran and family to Cherokee Memorial Park, located at Hwy 99 and Harney Lane, Lodi CA for his Military Honors and burial.
Timetable:
10:00 AM - Stage at Frisbee Warren & Carroll Mortuary http://tinyurl.com/yh3l7sn
10:15 AM - Mission Briefing
10:30 AM - Flag line for arriving family and guests (service starts at 11:00)
12:00 PM - Escort to cemetery http://tinyurl.com/yjj2jjl
Honorary R/C – Bob Andresen (Ret. USN Chief Warrant Officer)
Assisting RC – Chuck T. skylane19641@mac.com
You do not have to be a Veteran or a motorcycle rider to attend this mission. Everyone is welcome. We encourage those who do not ride to attend in your car. If this will be your first mission go to the staging area and you will be briefed there.
You may monitor this thread by checking the “Email me when someone replies to this thread and you will receive an email if there are any updates. Please ride/drive safely.
Bob Dalton
CA PGR/ASC
North Central Valley Region
916-240-4555
wiserguy@comcast.net
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Sandy Hohne, Carroll County, Maryland Ride Captain and Forum Moderator
TOU Enforcement Agent
ASA"Brat" - (Army Security Agency)
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Pepper_guy
Posts: 11321
Lacey, WA
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| 02 Nov 2009 10:15 PM |
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My sincere condolences and prayers to family and friends of Kenneth Ray Ratcliff, U.S. Air Force Veteran. Mr. Ratcliff, 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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djmurray
Posts: 330
West Columbia, SC
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| 02 Nov 2009 10:25 PM |
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Thank God for those who give us the chance to be free.
Danny & Kathy Murray 803-608-3469-cell |
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ROBERTRPEARMAN
Posts: 6328
WASHINGTON HEIGHTS, NY
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| 02 Nov 2009 11:50 PM |
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| OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY AND CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF KENNETH RAY RATCLIFF (USAF). OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. REST IN PEACE KENNETH. 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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Easy.
Posts: 9133
Jacksonville, NC Eastern Region Senior Ride Captain
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| 03 Nov 2009 12:31 AM |
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My family and I would like to offer our Most Sincere Condolences to the family and friends of Kenneth Ray Ratcliff, 66, USAF Veteran, Stockton, CA,.
Thank you for your Service. You are and will remain A TRUE AMERICAN HERO.
We will hold you in our prayers.
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Ride Safe and GOD BLESS,
BARRY (EASY) BERTOLINI
PGR NC Eastern Region Senior Ride Captain
Email: barryb_28546 @yahoo.com
CMA Member (Christian Motorcycle Association)
"A simple way to take measure of a country is to look at how many want
in...And how many want out. Only two defining forces have ever offered
to die for you: Jesus Christ and the American Soldier..One died for our
soul, the other for our freedom."
PGR NC Calender
PGR: NC MySpace
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igo2xs
Posts: 1312
Salisbury, North Carolina
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| 03 Nov 2009 4:12 AM |
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Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of USAF Veteran Kenneth Ray Ratcliff. May your loving memories, in time, help to ease your pain.
Thank you, Kenneth Ray Ratcliff, for your service and for protecting the freedom of our country. You will always be remembered as a true American Hero.
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"Riding in Loving Memory of my Cousin USN John David Jackson MIA 1983
Of my Father In Law, 2nd Lt. Ray Greene Huling, USAAC/USAF, WW II Veteran Silver Star recipient 7/26/21 - 3/6/08
And all of our brave servicemen and women that have and continue to defend this great nation."
"Only a life lived for others is a life worthwhile."
Albert Einstein
"The nation which forgets its defenders will be itself forgotten."
Calvin Coolidge
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Billboy
Posts: 6227
Webster, Fl.
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| 03 Nov 2009 4:45 AM |
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My Sincere Condolences go out to Family and Friends of USAF Veteran, Kenneth Ray Ratcliff, Though you will be missed you will not be forgotten, Thank you for your Service. Rest in Peace and God be with you. “You Will Forever Be Remembered”
Bill Snelson (Billboy)
US Army, Vietnam Veteran
PGR Senior Ride Captain, Mentor
Webster, Fl.
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kbell
Posts: 4332
Jacksonville, Florida Ride Captain
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| 03 Nov 2009 5:12 AM |
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| My sincere condolences and prayers to the family and friends of Kenneth Ray Ratcliff. May your faith give you strength. May your memories give you comfort. May GOD'S love give you peace. |
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Karen (kerrybell) Trone
If you are going to worry then don't pray...
If you are going to pray then don't worry !!
For I know the plans I have for you....
Jeremiah 29:11
Live simply. Love generously.
Care deeply. Speak kindly.
Leave the rest to God.
Earth has no sorrows that heaven cannot heal.
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aoop
Posts: 3493
Vidor, Orange County, TX
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| 03 Nov 2009 6:00 AM |
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| Thank You Airman. |
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James M. Richards
Vidor,TX
US Navy 1969-1972 Damage Control
jmrichards@aoop.net http://www.myspace.com/stoneagegeek
Travel in Memory of: Pvt Clinton Victor Richards, (Uncle) WWI, USA, KIA, GySgt Joseph B. Richards ,USMC, (Father) WWII, Deceased, SSgt Leroy Richards, USMC, (Uncle) WWII, Deceased, Pvt Dewitt E. Rabalais, USMC, Father in Law, Deceased, Col Gilbert Meibaum, USMC, VN, AO, SN Larry Slaymaker, USN, VN, KIA and each and every Brother and Sister who has worn the uniform and lifted their right hand to make the Promise to willingly die if need be to defend the freedoms of our Citizens and the innocents abroad.
A Mother asked President Bush, "Why did my Child have to die in Afghanistan?" Another Mother asked President Kennedy,"Why did my Child have to die in Vietnam?" Another Mother asked President Truman, "Why did my Child have to die in Korea?" Another Mother asked President F.D. Roosevelt,"Why did my Child have to die at Iwo Jima ?" Another Mother asked President W. Wilson, "Why did my Child have to die on the battlefield of France ?" Yet another Mother asked President Lincoln,"Why did my Child have to die at Gettysburg ?" And yet another Mother asked President G.Washington, "Why did my Child have to die near Valley Forge?" Long, long ago a Mother (Mary) asked, "Heavenly Father, why did my Child have to die on a cross outside Jerusalim?" All the answers are so near the same. One died to save our Souls and the others died to protect our Freedoms. |
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mailman
Posts: 25441
West Branch, MI - Michigan Regional Ride Captain Zephyrhills, FL - Florida Senior Ride Captain
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| 03 Nov 2009 6:58 AM |
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| My sincere condolences to the family and friends of USAF Veteran Kenneth Ray Ratcliff. Rest In Peace. |
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"Eyes on the olive branch, but arrows at the ready."
Jim
"mailman"
US Army 1970 - 1972 |
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Bluehawk
Posts: 303
Ozarks
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| 03 Nov 2009 7:22 AM |
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| A Remembrance has been started for airman Ratcliff at: http://airforce.togetherweserved.com/usaf/servlet/tws.webapp.WebApp?cmd=Profile&type=Person&ID=112142 Family and friends are invited to contribute biographical information. |
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In memory of my father, Atomic Vet T/5 Vernon L. Bell, US Army, Manhattan District-Trinity 1944-46
http://www.airforce.togetherweserved.com
http://www.anyairman.com |
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sdoise
Posts: 9500
Duson, La.
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| 03 Nov 2009 9:14 AM |
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| I am sincerely grateful for the military service of Kenneth Ray Ratcliff to protect our freedom and preserve our way of life. I convey my heartfelt condolences to the family and friends. Rest in peace. |
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Schelly "Toro"
Ride Captain for Lake Charles, La. and surrounding area
American Legion Post 318, Elton, La.
DEFINITION OF A VETERAN
A Veteran - whether active duty, retired, national guard or reserve - is someone who, at one point in their life, wrote a check made payable to "The United States of America", for an amount of "up to and including my life."
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custer7thcav
Posts: 9401
Hillsboro, Ohio
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| 03 Nov 2009 12:03 PM |
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| My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Kenneth Ray Ratcliff. Thank you, sir, for your service. God bless you, and be with your family during this very difficult time. Rest in peace. |
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custer7thcav
In honor and memory of
Sgt. Bill L. Mullins, 1/7 Cav, Vietnam '65-'66
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Frank Cicirelli, USN, WWII |
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Uffda
Posts: 14218
Wonder Lake, IL
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| 03 Nov 2009 12:19 PM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of
Kenneth Ray Ratcliff, USAF 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, Kenneth.
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.
http://lnwbooks.com/data/mp3/15.mp3
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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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monmixr
Posts: 2289
Bartlett, Illinois
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| 03 Nov 2009 1:26 PM |
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| My heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of this true American Hero. May the Lord give you strength and bring you peace in this time of sorrow. |
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Its NOT about the ride, Its about the SOLDIER, for Christ's sake!
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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mlmsan
Posts: 7815
Gainesville, Georgia 30501
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| 03 Nov 2009 2:38 PM |
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My sincere condolences to the Family and Friends of Kenneth Ray Ratcliff, U.S Air Force, Veteran. I pray God will give you comfort in your time of sorrow. I am grateful for Kenneth Ray Ratcliff's, service to our Great Nation and greatly appreciate Him for my freedom. Kenneth Ray Ratcliff, you are a true American Hero and will not be forgotten. May our Heavenly Father welcome You home and you soar through the Heavenly skies with the wings of an Eagle.
Peace Be to Us All
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"The will of God will never take you where the Grace of God will not protect you".
Larry "Sir Bear" & "Queen Mary" Sanderson
sirbear@live.com
770-500-6895
Georgia PGR,
Part of It,
Proud of it.
Georgia Mentor Team
U.S Navy Vietnam - 66/67
USS Franklin D. Roosevelt CVA 42
Blue Star Dad
Patriot Guard Rider
VFW Post 5290, Conyers
GVVA Post 5,Conyers
Riding In Memory of my Great Grand Father, John Perry Sanderson, Texas Cavalry Regiment, Civil War. Father, PO1 Weldon A. Sanderson, WWII USN, Pacific Fleet. And in Honor of my Son, SSGT Michael W. Sanderson, Gulf, 2x Iraq, and Mt. Sinai, Egypt. U.S. Army now serving this Nation Proudly in Fort Benning, Georgia. |
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SpyderRyder
Posts: 4208
Orange Park, FL
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| 04 Nov 2009 1:48 AM |
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Thank you for your service Mr Ratcliff. May you rest in peace.
“Some people’s lives can truly make a difference however long or short their lives on earth. They give the gifts of kindness and of caring. They sow the seeds of friendship and self-worth. Some people’s lives are beautiful examples of putting others first, and when they are gone, the lives of those they touched are so much richer, and the love they shared lives on and on.” |
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It's all about freedom! |
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swanner
Posts: 398
Lafayette, IN
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| 04 Nov 2009 1:52 PM |
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| Thank you Kenneth Ray Ratcliff for your service to our country. God bless you. My condolences to the family and friends. Our thoughts and prayers are with you...Stan (USAF vet, formerly from Stockton) |
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Geezer Glide 2001
Posts: 3903
Conroe,Texas
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| 05 Nov 2009 11:50 AM |
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Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Kenneth Ray Ratcliff ,Thanks for being one of our greatest heroes. God Bless. And God Bless, The fellow soldiers that stands for us everyday.Thank you for your dedicated service and sacrifice to defend this great nation of ours.
We salute you , My Friend
Final Inspection
The soldier stood and faced God,
Which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining.
Just as brightly as his brass.
"Step forward now,soldier.
How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To My Church have you been true?"
The soldier squared his shoulders and said,
"No, Lord, I guess I ain't.
Because those of us who carry guns,
Can't always be a saint.
I've had to work most Sundays,
And at times my talk was tough.
And sometimes I've been violent,
Because the world is awfully rough.
But, I never took a penny,
That wasn't mine to keep....
Though I worked a lot of overtime.
When the bills just got too steep.
And I never passed a cry for help,
Though at times I shook with fear.
And sometimes, God, forgive me,
I've wept unmanly tears.
I know I don't deserve a place,
Among the people here.
They never wanted me around,
Except to calm their fears.
If you've a place for me here, Lord.
It needn't be so grand.
I never expected or had too much,
But if you don’t, I’ll understand.
There was a silence all around the throne,
Where the saints had often trod.
As the soldier waited quietly,
For the judgment of his God.
"Step forward now,soldier
you’ve borne your burdens well.
Walk peacefully on Heaven’s streets;
you’ve done your time in Hell."
- Paul E. Babb Sr.-
Riding loud and proud......But standing tall and silent...........for the American Hero.
..................... " We Will Stand Until Someone Stands For Us ".......................................
Paul E. Babb Sr. ( Ret. LEO )
MCSO-3110
Motorcycle Marshal MS-150
S.E.Tx. P.G.R. Rider .............. " Standing For Those Who Stood For Us "
RC / RG
Conroe, Texas.........................." We Do What We Do Because We Care "
If you have missed knowing me, you have missed nothing. If you have
missed some of my emails, you might have missed a laugh or two .
.....................Riding in memory of....................................................... Riding in Honor of
..............................................................My Dad ..........................................My Brother
Sgt.Jack H. Holder Jr. ........................Pfc. Leslie Babb.............................. E4. Roger Babb
MCSO-3102 ...............................................WW II ....................................... Vietnam Vet.
DIUSMC Paris Island, Beaufort SC.......... ....42 - 45 ............................................. 68 - 69
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Lady Harley
Posts: 289
PGR Ride Captain, District 5, Virginia Beach, VA
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| 06 Nov 2009 11:26 AM |
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My deepest condolences to the family and friends of Kenneth Ray Ratcliff. May the Lord wrap His arms around you, give you strength and bring you peace in this time of sorrow. Thank you for your loved one’s service to our great country. They are a true American Hero and will never be forgotten. With gratitude, deepest respect and heartfelt sympathy. |
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Becca Landick (PGR #43754)
LNC, USN (Ret)
Civil Service, DON (Ret)
Former LEO
PGR Ride Captain (District 5)
Riding in memory and honor of my Father, TM1 Robert D. Heckert, USN (Ret) (WWII), Purple Heart recipient, 1924-1998
Riding in memory and honor of CDR Rick A. Spon, USN (Ret), dear friend and PGR Brother, 1951-2009
There is no greater honor than to respect those who have shown the strongest, most generous, and proudest of all virtues...courage.
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Marv
Posts: 509
Sandy,Utah
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| 06 Nov 2009 6:41 PM |
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My deepest condolences to the Ratcliff family. May the Lord give you peace and comfort. Thank you for your service to our wonderful country. God Bless!
Marv
PGR - Ohio District 1 RC
ALR - Director NorthWest Ohio
Ohio American Legion Post 669 |
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