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Zippy. 
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updated 03 FEB 10 0802 hrs pdt towman95
Bill"Snap"Lines
United States Army
Vietnam Veteran
In Country MC
PGR Past President
Alabama/Georgia Senior Ride Captain
Montgomery, Alabama
04,05Feb10
It is with a very heavy heart to announce the passing of a truly great American Hero. Our Hero, our Friend, our Mentor passed away this afternoon after being involved in a motorcycle accident. Bill"Snap"Lines was truly one of the finest Americans who ever graced this earth, and stood for all that stood for us. Snap was returning from a mission in Georgia when he was involved in a motorcycle accident, and now he shall forever soar with eagles. The passing of this Hero will be forever etched in the memory of all whoever met him, his smile, his grace, and a simple Thank You. Snap never met a stranger, and never hesitated to Welcome a brother Vietnam Vet Home. He will surely be missed by everyone, but we will always remember Him for his quest to make the PGR what it is today.
Snap was a highly decorated Warrior, serving in Vietnam from April 1967 to July 1968 with the Big Red 1. Snap extended his tour so that he could return home with his long time friend Dusty. Snap also had a brother who did not return home from Vietnam, and this was the reason Snap chose to fight for his country. SSG Lines Earned The Distinguished Service Cross for his Distinguished and Gallant Bravery in Vietnam. Snap was also the recipient of 5 Bronze Stars (ALL with V for Valor), 2 Purple Hearts, 2 Army Commendation Medals, The Combat Infantryman Badge. Airborne Jump Wings, and the Vietnamese Cross of Gallantry and Numerous other Awards. Snap was also put in for the Congressional Medal of Honor. As you can see our friend was truly an American Hero.
Snap was married 27 years to a wonderful lady, and PGR member. Linda was always at his side, and always stood with her flag beside him. Linda and Snap had just celebrated their 27th wedding anniversary January 14th. They were not just husband and wife, they were best friends. Linda was so lucky to have at her side her family, friends, ICVMC Brothers and wives, and PGR members several who traveled many miles to be with her. Linda expresses her Thanks to all of you for your thoughts and prayers.
Snap was a member of the In Country Motorcycle Club, a club made up of only Vietnam Veterans. Dave"Animal"Reed commented on Snap's dedication to the PGR, and how he advised no matter the weather he will make as many missions as possible. Snap was also formerly a Honorary Member of the Blue Knights Alabama IV, although never a Police Officer, his respect for humanity gave him that position. Snap was one of the most memorable PGR members ever, very seldom spoke, but when he did we all listened. Snap believed in ole school PGR, show up, Stand with Flag, say Thank You and go home. He served one year as President of the PGR, and was awarded the Silver Spoke Award by NCOM. So my friends you see Snap loved the motorcycles, but most of all he loved his country. Snap was a mentor to everyone.
The PGR has been invited to ride and stand in silent honor for this truly Great American hero. The PGR will assist the ICMC in honoring their Brother, and insuring that Snap gets the Parade he so much desired. This is an Honor that only comes once in a life time, and my friends our time is now. Although our time with Snap was cut way to short, the memories will last our life time.
Mission Information
We apologize for the delay in staging information. We had several obstacles to overcome in the mission stages of our Hero's arrangements, and wanted to insure the safety to all involved. Please remember Snap was also a brother in the ICVMC, and they have lead in most of the arrangements. The PGR will handle the visitation, as many of the ICVMC Nationwide will be attending, and we will give them the chance to be with Linda and her wonderful family. All PGR members are also encouraged to visit with everyone.
As you will notice their is NO procession from the Funeral Home to the Interment. ICVMC and Family will be ecorting our Hero, and due to the numbers and weather, we have to put safety first. PGR organization and other Clubs are highly encouraged to stage in Phenix City, and local and out of towners will stage in Montgomery and ride together to the Phenix City staging. If you arrive at Funeral Home on friday morning you will be directed to Phenix City staging. Also notice the two different time zones, that is the reason for the staging times being placed in Central and Eastern times may seem a little confusing, but the times are correct. If you have a State Flag of your State please bring to show Linda how many States are represented.
As we stage in Phenix City we ask all Vietnam Veterans to pull in front as all of you will lead the procession, this will be in Honor of Snaps brother who never returned from Vietnam, and the many others who also gave their lives, and the MIA's who wait to come home. Larry Klein, Ride Captain of Snaps last mission will lead this procession.
The State of Alabama would like to Thank All of you for your thoughts and prayers for this Great Warrior and his family. You have helped them through very troubled times. It is also asked that in Lieu of Flowers send donations to Memory of Snap 9649 GreyThorne Way, Montgomery, Alabama 36117.
SNAPS MISSION ITINERARY
Heroes Visitation: 04Feb10 (Thursday)
Time: 1700-1900 Hours
Flag Line in place at 1630 Hours
Staging at Funeral Home: 1615 Hours
Leak Memory Chapel
945 Lincoln Road
Montgomery, Alabama
Interment with Full Military Honors: 05Feb10 ( Friday )
Time: 1100 Eastern Time
Fort Mitchell National Cemetery
553 Highway 165
Fort Mitchell Alabama Staging for Cages:
Fort Mitchell National Cemetery
553 Highway 165
Fort Mitchell Alabama
1000hrs (Eastern Time)
Mission Staging: ( Procession )
Kmart Parking Lot
2003 US Hwy 280
Phenix City Alabama
Time: 0930 ( Eastern Time )
We will be kick stand ready at 1000 Hours. The ICVMC and family procession will stop briefly to allow the PGR to lead the escort. If you are in cage you will be asked to join the Flag Wagons at the cemetery prior to our arrival. One of Linda's wishes is to pull in and see all of the flags.
Montgomery Staging: (Friday) For local and out of town members (Snaps Bunch )
Time: 0630 KSU 0645 ( Central Times )
Sam's Club Parking Lot (Exit 6)
1080 Eastern Boulevard
Montgomery, Alabama
This group will join the Phenix City staging. (80 Miles)
Safety Alert:
Weather for Montgomery and Phenix City Alabama
Thursday 49 with 100 percent chance of rain
Friday 53 with 90 percent chance of rain
CAGING IS HIGHLY ENCOURAGED !!!
If the rain chances do not get any better, and by the request of Linda, please attend the mission in your cage. Linda also advised it does not matter how you get there, only that you get there safely. Linda has advised me time and time again that safety on this mission is a must, although motorcycles and flags are beautiful, she also said so is the flag line when you arrive at the Cemetery. We have plenty of local riders that can handle the procession. Please consider, especially our out of towners, of attending both parts of the mission in your cage. Please monitor the weather daily for any changes that may occur, but please consider your Safety first.
Honorary Ride Captains: In Country (Vietnam ) Motorcycle Club
Family Assistance Captain: David"Dusty"Williams - Blue Knights
Visitation Ride Captain: Jim"Dinky Dau" Lorenzo
Interment Coordinator: Mike"Stay Low" Childree Regional Captain
Procession Leader: Larry Klein (Georgia Ride Captain )
Flag Wagons: Alabama and Georgia
Paul"Penguin"Reynolds
Alabama State Captain
In Honor of all who have served
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Paul "Penguin" Reynolds
Prattville, Alabama
Pray for our Troops
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"The Tankers"
Dave and Cheryl Haines
Alabama Senior Ride Captains
Cheryl : Alabama State Secretary
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Updated 02 Feb 10 1339 est S Sturgis
At this time, we’re asking that ALL donations be directed to Linda.
Unfortunately, SNAP had no life insurance or burial insurance, and the funeral
expenses have mounted quickly. He was not retired military, and therefore
Linda will have no continuing income.
Respects,
ANIMAL
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updated 02 FEB 10 0815 hrs pdt towman95
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Greetings my friends,
We apologize or the delay in staging information. We had several obstacles to overcome in the mission stages of our Hero's arrangements. Please remember Snap was also a brother in the ICVMC, and they have lead in most of the arrangements. The PGR will handle the visitation, as many of the ICVMC Nationwide will be attending, and we will give them the chance to be with Linda and her wonderful family. All PGR members are also encouraged to visit with everyone.
As you will notice their is NO procession from the Funeral Home to the Interment. ICVMC and Family will be ecorting our Hero, and due to the numbers and weather, we have to put safety first. PGR and other organizations and clubs are highly encouraged to stage in Phenix City, and local and out of towners will stage in Montgomery. If you arrive at Funeral Home on friday morning you will be directed to Phenix City staging. Also notice the two different time zones, that is the reason for the staging times being placed in Central and Eastern times may seem a little confusing, but the times are correct.
As we stage in Phenix City we asked all Vietnam Veterans to pull in front as all of you will lead the procession, this will be in Honor of Snaps brother who never returned from Vietnam, and the many others who also gave their lives, and the MIA's who wait to come home.
The State of Alabama would like to Thank of All of you for your thoughts and prayers for this Great Warrior and his family. You have helped them through very troubled times. It is also asked that in Lieu of Flowers send donations to In Country MC Brotherhood Assistance, or a personal donation to the family to help with numerous bills during this troubled times. Memory of Snap 9649 GreyThorne Way, Montgomery, Alabama 36117.
Sincerely.
Paul"Penguin"Reynolds
Mission Coordinator
SNAPS MISSION ITINERARY
Heroes Visitation: 04Feb10 (Thursday)
Time: 1700-1900 Hours
Flag Line in place at 1630 Hours
Staging at Funeral Home: 1615 Hours
Leak Memory Chapel
945 Lincoln Road
Montgomery, Alabama
Interment with Full Military Honors: 05Feb10 ( Friday )
Time: 1100 Eastern Time
Fort Mitchell National Cemetary
553 Highway 165
Fort Mitchell Alabama
Mission Staging:
Kmart Parking Lot
2003 US Hwy 280
Phenix City Alabama
Time: 0930 ( Eastern Time )
We will be kick stand ready at 1000 Hours. The ICVMC and family procession will stop briefly to allow the PGR to lead the escort. If you are in cage you will be asked to join the Flag Wagons at the cemetary prior to our arrival. One of Linda's wishes is to pull in and see all of the flags.
Montgomery Staging: (Friday) For local and out of town members
Time: 0630 KSU 0645 ( Central Times )
Sam's Club Parking Lot (Exit 6)
1080 Eastern Boulevard
Montgomery, Alabama
This group will join the Phenix City staging. (80 Miles)
Safety Alert:
Weather for Montgomery and Phenix City Alabama
Thursday 49 with 70 percent chance of rain
Friday 53 with 70 percent chance of rain
If the rain chances do not get any better, and by the request of Linda, please attend the mission in your cage. Linda also advised it does not matter how you get there, only that you get there safely. Linda has advised me time and tme again that safety on this mission is a must, although motorcycles and flags are beautiful, she also said so is the flag line when you arrive at the Cemetary. We have plenty of local riders that can handle the procession. Please consider, especially our out of towners, of attending both parts of the mission in your cage. Please monitor the weather daily for any changes that may occur, but please consider your Safety first.
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updated 28 JAN 10 1338 hrs pdt towman95
This is an Itinerary Update to allow all of you to make plans to attend: I will get staging information out later, Please follow the thread closely over the next few days, as we make arrangements to insure this is a very safe mission, which will include staging information:
Heroes visitation: 04Feb10 (Thursday)
Time: 1700-1900 Hours
Flag Line in place at 1630 Hours
Leak Memory Chapel
945 Lincoln Road
Montgomery, Alabama
Interment with Full Military Honors: 05Feb10 ( Friday )
Time: 1100 Eastern Time
Fort Mitchell National Cemetary
553 Highway 165
Fort Mitchell Alabama
We will have a main body PGR staging in Phenix City which will join in the procession at this point, Time TBA.
We will also have staging areas throughout the State in case you are from out of town and want to ride in.
I thank all of you for your patience in waiting for information. Feel free to contact me if you have any further questions.
Paul"Penguin"Reynolds
Alabama State Captain
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Updated 27 JAN 10 0921CST by Ladynighthawk
SSG Bill"Snap"Lines
United States Army
Vietnam Veteran
In Country MC
PGR Past President
Montgomery, Alabama
It is with a very heavy heart to announce the passing of a truly great American Hero. Our Hero, our Friend, our mentor passed away this afternoon after being involved in a motorcycle accident. Bill"Snap"Lines was truly one of the finest Americans who ever graced this earth, and stood for all that stood for us. Snap was returning from a mission in Georgia when he was involved in a motorcycle accident, and now he shall forever soar with eagles. The passing of this Hero will be forever etched in the memory of all whoever met him, his smile, his grace, and a simple Thank You. Snap never met a stranger, and never hesitated to Welcome a brother Vietnam Vet Home. He will surely be missed by everyone, but we will always remember Him for his quest to make the PGR what it is today.
Snap was a highly decorated Warrior, serving in Vietnam from April 1967 to July 1968 with the Big Red 1. Snap extended his tour so that he could return home with his long time friend Dusty. Snap also had a brother who did not return home from Vietnam, and this was the reason Snap chose to fight for his country. SSG Lines Earned The Distinguished Service Cross for his Distinguished and Gallant Bravery in Vietnam. Snap was also the recipient of 5 Bronze Stars (ALL with V for Valor), 2 Purple Hearts, 2 Army Commendation Medals, The Combat Infantryman Badge. Airborne Jump Wings, and the Vietnamese Cross of Gallantry and Numerous other Awards. Snap was also put in for the Congressional Medal of Honor. As you can see our friend was truly an American Hero.
Snap was married 27 years to a wonderful lady, and PGR member. Linda was always at his side, and always stood with her flag beside him. Linda and Snap had just celebrated their 27th wedding anniversary January 14th. They were not just husband and wife, they were best friends. Linda was so lucky to have at her side her family, friends, ICVMC Brothers and wives, and PGR members several who traveled many miles to be with her. Linda expresses her Thanks to all of you for your thoughts and prayers.
Snap was a member of the In Country Motorcycle Club, a club made up of only Vietnam Veterans. Dave"Animal"Reed commented on Snap's dedication to the PGR, and how he advised no matter the weather he will make as many missions as possible. Snap was also formerly a Honorary Member of the Blue Knights Alabama IV, although never a Police Officer, his respect for humanity gave him that position. Snap was one of the most memorable PGR members ever, very seldom spoke, but when he did we all listened. Snap believed in ole school PGR, show up, Stand with Flag, say Thank You and go home. He served one year as President of the PGR, and was awarded the Silver Spoke Award by NCOM. So my friends you see Snap loved the motorcycles, but most of all he loved his country. Snap was a mentor to everyone.
The PGR has been invited to ride and stand in silent honor for this truly Great American hero. The PGR will assist the ICMC in honoring their Brother, and insuring that Snap gets the Parade he so much desired. This is an Honor that only comes once in a life time, and my friends our time is now. Although our time with Snap was cut way to short, the memories will last our life time.
The arrangements have not been made at this time, but we will get them out as soon as possible.
Leak Memory Chapel will be directing the service, and Interment with full military honors will be held at Ft. Mitchell National Cemetary.
RCIC: Alabama State Captain Paul"Penguin"Reynolds
Family Assitance Captain: David"Dusty"Williams
Ft. Mitchell Coordinator: Regional Captain Mike"StayLow"Childree
Please try and make plans to attend this most heartfelt mission for our friend Bill"Snap"Lines.
Paul"Penguin"Reynolds
Alabama State Captain
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It is with a very heavy heart that I bear the news that Bill "Snap" Lines has crossed over. Snap went to join his brother and those who have gone before him at around 3:30pm eastern time. We have lost a true Hero and a good man.
Linda wants to thank everyone for their love, their prayers, and their support through this most difficult of times. She is going home to make final arrangements for Snap. Please respect her privacy and continue praying for her, the rest of the family, and all who love Snap as the family works out the details.
The family will let us know when arrangements have been made. Please stand by...
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| Snap, you will be sorely missed, your patience, wisdom and love has guided this organization through some of it's hardest times. We were all blessed to know you. Linda, plesae accept my condolences on the loss of your beloved Snap. He will forever in our hearts. |
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Snap was very influential and a great mentor to me when I first became a RC way back when. We rode many a mile and mission. He was a gentle giant and will be missed greatly.
Linda-You and Bill's entire family are in our thoughts and prayers.
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Linda you are still in our prayers. Snap will be deeply missed, by all his PGR brothers and sisters, and so many more. He was a true Patriot and set a great example for so many of us. We will always remember when we first met Snap and Linda at Deal gap shortly after we joined the PGR. Rest easy Brother.
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Hero Down / Kickstands Up
Firefighters don't choose the fires;
The Armed Forces don't choose the wars.
The alarm sounds: we go.
And then came a rumbling felt - and heard - from miles away. It was the Patriot Guard, As they rumbled away, retired Marine Col. Don Beaver, one the parade's organizers, flashed a smile.
"That," he said, "is the sound of patriotism."
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Greywolf
Patriot Guard Riders
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Past Georgia Assistant State Captain,
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Greywolfx2000@aol.com
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| Snap, you will be missed terribly! Your leadership and friendship have touched more lives than you know. We will stand proud in honor of you, your selfless giving to your country and the PGR! Rest easy, Snap! We love you!
Ms Linda, My heart breaks for you! I will continue my prayers for you, Bill's family and yours. I have been blessed and privilegded to have you both in my life! |
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| 26 Jan 2010 4:40 PM |
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My condolences to Linda, Family and the thousands of Friends of Snap. I will consider it an Honor to ride for him. Rest in peace Bill.
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towman95
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May you rest in eternal peace in the arms of the lord. I know that when you got there the lord hugged you and thanked you for everything you did on this earth. And a row of heroes awaited one of their own as you rode in they gave you a well deserved heroes welcome.
God bless you Linda you are in our thoughts and prayers and we will continue to hold you up during this very difficult time.
Thank you for sharing Snap with us he will never be forgotten I promise. |
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TN State Captain Antioch, TN
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To Linda and the rest of the family, our condolences....we have rode the dragon together here in TN, and cried for our Fallen Heroes together over the years.....Snap was a mentor and friend, he will be missed may all...
Snap, your many missions are complete, fly now on the Wings of the Eagles, onto the Wings of the Angles, into the Arms of our Lord, there are others who have gone on before you, who will are waiting on you, they aready know the heavenly roads to ride, say hello to Deltoid, SmokyMtnSporty, and TomKatz, they'll be smiling and waiting on ya to ride with them, let the winds carry you on, now, my brother....
Standing by.....
Dreamcatcher, Choo Choo and Zayda
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Proud Mom of an Army National Guard Daughter
Proud Wife of an USAF Veteran
RIDING IN LOVING MEMORY OF:
PGR AL/GA Ride Captain and Past National Executive Director Bill "Snap" Lines - 26 Jan 10
"You just don't know when an old vet will Snap"
PGR Ride Captain, Steve "Hollywood" Jordan - 29 Nov 2009
PGR member and friend John "SmokyMtnSporty" Deniakis - 09 Jun 2008
"Optimistically pessimistic about life"
PGR Ride Captain (Ret) Mike "Deltoid" Bland - 22 Feb 2008
"It's all good"
A.L.R. Post #88, Donelson, TN
dreamcatcher@patriotguard.org
http://www.myspace.com/cherokeedreamcatcher
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| Our heart felt condolences and prayers go out to Linda and the family & friends of Bill "Snap" Lines, may God wrap you in his embrace and take you home to be with him where someday we all shall meet up to ride the great "Dragon In The Heaven". Thank you for your service to our great country.... RIP SNAP.!! |
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What sad and tragic news. I have never met Snap, but have heard what a wonderful person he was and have seen the impact he has had on the PGR.
My thoughts and prayers are with Linda, and all of Snap's family, friends, and PGR brothers and sisters.
Bill, I thank-you for your service to our Country and to the PGR. You are a true American hero. Rest in peace, brother. |
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My sincerest condolences go out to Linda and to Snap's family and many friends. Although we never met in person, I feel like I knew him. Rest in peace, brother, and thank you for your service and for all you have done here on earth. The torch is now passed.
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| 26 Jan 2010 4:58 PM |
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| America, the In Country Vietnam MC, and the Patriot Guard Riders have lost a great citizen, friend, leader, mentor, and brother. America has lost another of its greatest heroes as our brother Snap has passed to join the ranks of the fallen watching over us.
Snap told me just a month ago that he intended to increase his PGR mission participation this year. I would ask that in his honor and memory, all PGR members step up and follow the example he set in honoring our heroes, ensuring they receive the honors they so richly deserve.
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| 26 Jan 2010 5:02 PM |
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| My sincere condolences to Linda and the rest of the Lines family. Snap will be greatly missed by his PGR family and many others, also. Thank you Snap for your service to this country and the PGR. May you forever rest in peace. |
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Lawrenceville, Ga.
Georgia Ride Captain
Metro Atlanta Region
Home: 770-717-8310
Cell: 770-815-6875
PGR...Part of it...Proud of it
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Fort Collins, Colorado
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My thoughts and prayers go out to Bill "Snap" Lines for a peaceful smooth ride to the Gates of Heaven. They also go out to all his friends and family in this time of sorrow. I never had the chance to meet or ride with "Snap" put as a Veteran and Patriot Guard Rider he was my brother two times over.
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Our deepest sympathy for Linda and the family of William "Snap" Line. Thank you sir for your service and sacrifice to our Great Nation. You will now be remembered as a HERO as you walk with the Heroes who have gone before you, and you to sir will not be forgotten. Your watch is now complete….your battle over, and we will take the watch from here. May God hold you gently in the palm of His hand until we all meet again. Linda, take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you, and I truly believe that he will watch over us.
Kemmer and Jan
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"Live to Ride, Ride to Live"
Georgia Ride Captain
mcneese4310@comcast.net
Proud Member GA Patriot Guard....Part of it..Proud of it...No Borders!!!
I carry the Beads in Honor and Respect for all Vietnam Vets...I will never forget...in your Honor..
SP4-E4-ARMY REGULAR MICHAEL ELI KING
101st AIRBORNE DIVISION
Casuality was on March 5 1971
in LZ,Laos.
Panel 04W-Line -24
Thank you Mike for my Freedom...
Riding for the safe return of Pfc. Bowe R Bergdahl American POW . Operation Enduring Freedom 30 June 2009 We are Praying for you.
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Douglasville, Georgia
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I feel blessed to have been able to meet Snap and Linda at a couple of missions. I knew just by looking at him he was a special man that was revered by many. God has him now and he will be missed by all that he has touched. We continue to pray for the family.
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Primary Phone - 770-942-6583
Cell phone - 770-841-4783
American Legion Post 145,
ALR Service Vehicle Post 145
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jjmack22
Posts: 3320
Ride Captain
Newnan, GA
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| 26 Jan 2010 5:05 PM |
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Karon and I would like to offer our prayers and condolences to Linda and the rest of the family.
Snap, you gave us an awesome example for us in PGR to follow.
As fellow Vietnam Vet I say WELCOME HOME BROTHER!!!
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Semper Fi!
Mack
GA Ride Captain
9th Marines, Vietnam 65-66
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Koolness
Posts: 1049
Panama City Beach
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| 26 Jan 2010 5:08 PM |
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Can you feel the wind in Heaven
Can you hear me call your name
Can you see the tears that fall
This world wont ever be the same
Can you feel the wind in Heaven
When we gather in our group
Can you hear the sound of silence
When we look where you once stood.
Can you feel the wind in Heaven
Can you hear the ladies cry
Can you feel our broken hearts
When we have to say goodbye
Can you feel the wind in Heaven
While the men hold back the tears
Leather clad and watery eyes
And know we’d rather have you here
I hope there is a Biker Heaven
And we will meet again someday
I hope to feel the wind in Heaven
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old jumper
Posts: 313
Newnan, GA
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| 26 Jan 2010 5:14 PM |
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| Snap you will be missed..Your presence will always be felt in the PGR..I was honored to know you...I feel sure that Deltoid will meet you at the Gates... |
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-Ralph Walker
82nd Airborne 1959-1961
Fla. Ride Captain/Retired
It is a far, far better thing that I do, than I have ever done. - Charles Dickens
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BigRedTrk
Posts: 247
ETN Assist. State Captain Knoxville, Tennessee
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| 26 Jan 2010 5:17 PM |
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I'm saddened to hear of Snap's passing, just as I'm saddened to hear of anyone passing away. Snap, our little brother John is waiting at the gate for you, like he guided you on the Dragon and here in East Tennessee, he'll guide you through the Pearly Gates. I don't know if I ever had the opportunity to meet Snap in person, but I have seen quite a bit of his action here on the boards.
Linda, my continued thoughts and prayers are with you sister, please do not hesitate to call on me, or any of us for that fact, if you happen to need anything -- ANYTHING -- we'll do what we do best!
No Borders!!
Deb "BigRedTrk" McKay
East Tennessee Assistant State Captain
Knoxville, TN
Proud Army Brat of a two tour Vietnam Vet (and Korean and WWII)
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ladynighthawk
Posts: 4528
Villa Ridge/Columbia, MO
National Plaque
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| 26 Jan 2010 5:17 PM |
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| I am deeply sorry to hear about Snaps passing. LInda know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Snap will be missed by all in the PGR family. Know he will never be forgotten. |
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Deb Sevier
Plaques
Proud daughter of a Korean War Vet
TSGT. Robert "Bob" Sevier
US Army, Korea 1950-53
Ride safe, ride free
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harly69g
Posts: 10103
Senior Ride Capt.
Livermore, KY
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| 26 Jan 2010 5:18 PM |
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My condolences to Linda & the family.
Heaven needed a hero.
Snap you will be riding on the wings of angels.
Godspeed brother. |
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In Memory: Caleb S. Newman 12/07
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