towman95 
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| 02 Jun 2009 7:59 PM |
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Updated 03 JUN 09 @ 2320est by Sandy9999
Private William Long
Conway, Arkansas
The family of Pvt William Long of Conway, Ar. has requested the Patriot Guard to attend his services. It will be our priviledge and honor to give our respects to this fine young soldier, family and friends.
Date: Monday, June 8, 2009, 10:00 hours
Staging: Harlan Baptist Church
1751 Dave Ward Drive
Conway, Ar.
Time: 0830 hours
Briefing: 0910 hours
Flag line: 0920
There will be an escort from the church immediately following the service to the North Little Rock Veterans Cemetary. LEOs will provide an escort. Big flag bikes are encouraged to be there.
All groups, clubs and organizations are invited to attend the service whether on bike or in cage and to be present at the briefing at 0910 hours.
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Fred Nelson
Viet Nam 67-69
In God I Trust
TGW Ministry
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Details on this mission are forthcoming. Please watch for updates.
I spoke to CAO today and this will be a confirmed mission.
Mark Taylor
AR State Captain
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FREEDOM ISNT FREE.
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Pepper_guy
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Lacey, WA
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| 02 Jun 2009 8:42 PM |
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My sincere condolences and prayers to family and friends of Pvt. William Long, U.S. Army / Active Duty. Pvt. Long, I am forever grateful for your service to our country. Your service and sacrifices will not be forgotten. You are and will remain a "TRUE AMERICAN HERO". May you Forever Rest in Peace.
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Coach127
Posts: 53
Denton, TX
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| 02 Jun 2009 8:44 PM |
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| To the family and friends or PVT William Long may God reach out his caring arms to hold you in this most difficult time. Please know that a grateful nation mourns with you. Let us now stand for you as you have done for us. Rest in Peace soldier. Gods Speed. |
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mailman
Posts: 22214
West Branch, MI - Michigan Regional Ride Captain Zephyrhills, FL - Florida Senior Ride Captain
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| 02 Jun 2009 8:56 PM |
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| My sincere condolences to the family and friends of PVT. William Long. Rest In Peace Soldier. |
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"Eyes on the olive branch, but arrows at the ready."
Jim
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satyr
Posts: 7366
Raleigh, NC
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| 02 Jun 2009 10:49 PM |
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I would like to offer my sincere condolences to the family and friends of Pvt William Long, U.S. Army. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
William, thank you for standing for our country and defending our freedoms and interests. Rest in peace soldier. I salute 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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cagerbob
Posts: 6442
Parma, Ohio
National Forum Administrator
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| 02 Jun 2009 11:45 PM |
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My sincerest condolences to the family of PVT William Long. I pray that the Lord hold you in the palm of his hand and give you his peace at this tragic time.
Rest in peace PVT William Long. Thank you for your service. |
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Bob Ellis
USN 80-86
In Memory of Ed "OldIron" Barrett
"Remember that no matter how many missions you have been on, all that matters to the family is the one you are on today." ~ Roert
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cagerbob
Posts: 6442
Parma, Ohio
National Forum Administrator
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| 02 Jun 2009 11:46 PM |
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| Update - Confirmed. |
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Bob Ellis
USN 80-86
In Memory of Ed "OldIron" Barrett
"Remember that no matter how many missions you have been on, all that matters to the family is the one you are on today." ~ Roert
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SpyderRyder
Posts: 3412
Orange Park, FL
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| 03 Jun 2009 12:15 AM |
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Thank you for my freedom PVT Long. 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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Mike (SpyderRyder) Gregory
It's all about freedom! |
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ROBERTRPEARMAN
Posts: 5317
WASHINGTON HEIGHTS, NY
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| 03 Jun 2009 1:29 AM |
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| OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY AND CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF PVT. WILLIAM LONG (USA). OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. REST IN PEACE WILLIAM. 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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banditbob
Posts: 3882
Virginia Beach. District 5 Hampton Roads Ride Captain
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| 03 Jun 2009 4:49 AM |
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| My wife and I want to thank you PVT. William Long for your sacrifice and dedication to this great Nation of ours. Our thoughts and prayers are with your loved one's and friends. |
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banditbob
Robert K. Reynolds
District 5 Hampton Roads
Ride Captin Virginia Beach Va.
US Army, Armor
3AD 1/32 Armor "Bandits" 1972 to 1976
(the original Bandits)
Indian Cove RV Resort, Secretary Board of Directors.
Disabled American Veterans, Chapter 20 Chaplain and Service Officer Virginia Beach.
Association United States Army (AUSA)
Honor and Remember, Military Liason Officer
1st Cav. Div. 2/5 Black Knights, Armor
Our debt to the Heroic men and Valiant women in the service of our country can never be repaid . They have earned our undying gratitude. America will never forget their sacrifices
(President Harry S. Truman)
During these days of many trials and tribulations that our land of the free are facing, let us remember to hold our heads up high in remembrance for those who gave their life for our freedom and those that are still in harms way for this cause. Pray for the brokenhearted and proclaim victory for those who are held captive. Lord, You are the light of the world and we declare You to be Lord over every nation. We know your light shines in darkness and the darkness does not always comprehend, but we also know You light will always prevail. Amen.
Chaplin, Lorraine Richmond.
OLD BANDITS NEVER DIE, THEY JUST FADE AWAY
In Memory of my Dad,
Frank Reynolds Sr.
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HDriderDave1
Posts: 7117
N. AL Ride Capt. Madison, AL
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| 03 Jun 2009 5:08 AM |
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God Bless PVT. William Long, family and friends. My sincere and heartfelt condolences to the family and friends. Thank you for your service and sacrifice great warrior. I pray the lord takes you into his Kingdom and may you rest in peace. You will not be forgotten "A True American Hero"! I Salute You Sir! I will be standing there in Spirit with my fellow brothers & sisters.
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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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Gail
Posts: 97
Pleasant Prairie, Wi
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| 03 Jun 2009 5:33 AM |
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Please let it be a comfort to know that others are praying and sending their sincerest condolences to you, the family and friends of PVT William Long.
Thank you PVT Long for your service to our country. I will be standing in spirit to respect and honor you. |
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Ultra Rider13
Posts: 31
Rineyville KY
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| 03 Jun 2009 5:40 AM |
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| My sincerest condolences to the family of PVT William Long. Rest in Peace PVT Long. You will not be forgotten |
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Tom Folsom
US ARMY
1SG RET
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jimpirtle
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| 03 Jun 2009 7:23 AM |
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My sincerest condolences to the family of PVT William Long. His name is etched on the hearts of all free people.
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hbiker
Posts: 1314
huntington beach
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| 03 Jun 2009 8:28 AM |
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My sincere condolences go out to all the family and friends of Pvt. Long. May the Lord give you peace, strength and comfort during this most difficult time. May justice be served to the perpetrator of this cowardly act. It is because of warriors like yourselft Pvt. Long that we continue to live with the freedoms we have. Thank you for your service and fight for our country. May you forever rest in peace.
hbiker
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stretchnit
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Mulberry, Ks.
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| 03 Jun 2009 8:29 AM |
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My heart aches for the family of Pvt. William Long. My prayers and condolences to his family and friends. I am sorry that the family will never get to see their William grow old. He definitely became a man. He did that the day he put on a uniform. Rest in peace, William. Go with God.
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Rick(Stretchnit)Wegner
Mulberry, Ks.
PGR#8016
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Bigdaddyof5
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| 03 Jun 2009 9:46 AM |
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| My condolences to the family and his many friends. I agree with hbiker may justice be served to the one who done this most cowardly act. Rest In Peace Brother. |
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gayle32151
Posts: 484
Maumelle, AR
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| 03 Jun 2009 11:09 AM |
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| Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of PV2 William Andrew "Andy" Long. You will be in our prayers as you deal with the untimely death of this American hero. |
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Gayle "Scooter" Browning
USAF Vet 355th TFW
PGR #22487
scooter@patriotguard.org
"Pilots without maintainers are just pedestrians with sunglasses and cool jackets."
Riding in memory of: SSgt Wm. Keith Browning, USA, WWII D-Day survivor, my dad
SSgt Richard J. Browning, USA, WWII PTO, my father-in-law
Sgt. Alfred G. Bensinger, Sr., USA, WWI, my grandfather
Sgt. Alfred G. Bensinger, Jr., USA, WWII and Korean War, captured 1 Dec 1950, killed 19 Jan 1951, never returned, my uncle
MSgt Kevin N. Morehead, KIA al Ramadi, Iraq, 12 Sept 2003, son of dear friends
and in honor of:
CWO2 L. T. "Bill" Browning, Jr., USN, Pearl Harbor survivor, my uncle
Sgt. Rick Browning, Viet Nam Vet, my cousin
Col. R. C. Richter, M.D., Sandbox Vet, my cousin (back in the Sandbox as of 25 Nov 2008) |
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weavers mom
Posts: 945
McRae Ar
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| 03 Jun 2009 11:31 AM |
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I will forever be greatful for Pvt. Long as he showed such bravery for his country. May God be with his family and may justice be done to the coward that did this.
It will be an honor to stand and honor this hero. |
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Stay Safe and Stay Focused Semper Fi
Riding in honor of both my son's LCpl Charles Stotler U.S. Marine Corp & Cpl Keith Weaver U.S. Marine Corp ,My Daddy Cpl M.W.(Bill Harrison) Korean War Vet Rest in Peace Daddy, Cpl Kyle Wilks KIA April 15th 2008 and all our troops. |
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navysis
Posts: 182
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| 03 Jun 2009 12:52 PM |
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We are standing by to honor this hero and his family. Thank You PVT. Long for your dedication to our country. May God comfort the Long family and friends during this devastating time.
Brenda, Dan & Miss Liz |
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WolfRider
Posts: 661
Fletcher, NC
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| 03 Jun 2009 2:17 PM |
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| My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Pvt William Long. May the Lord be with you on your last journey. I will be there in spirit with my PGR brothers and sisters. |
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John Williams
US Army 1964-1970
RVN
9th Division 1967-1968
B Trp, 11th ACR 1969-1970
USMC 1972-1986 (Ret)
WNC Ride Captain
Riding for my Troopers that did not return.
We honor those that serve our country |
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KenMcspadden
Posts: 26
Batesville, AR
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| 03 Jun 2009 3:39 PM |
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| Rest In Peace. My thoughts are with the family and friends of Pvt Long. |
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Ride in memory of my Dad, USAF MSgt. (Ret) Doyle McSpadden (1936-2002)
Ride in Honor of my nephew who is in the USMC, LCpl Chris McSpadden who's stationed in Afganastan now with the 2nd Marine Division and did a tour in Iraq. |
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jim1948
Posts: 333
grove city,pa
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| 03 Jun 2009 3:48 PM |
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| Thank you for making your own decision to enter the Military during this War on Terror, I am sorry for your passing on our own soil at the hands of a coward. May your parents, both veterans find Peace and Comfort and some kind of understanding in the days ahead. May you rest in eternal Peace knowing you were doing the right thing! |
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fueler
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St. Louis, Mo
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| 03 Jun 2009 5:16 PM |
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PVT. Long,
Thank you for your service to this Great nation. Rest now your mission is thur. Know that you are a True American Hero, and you will not be forgotten.
May God be with the family and freinds during this time. |
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US Army 1970-1972
Senior Ride Captian
St. Louis, Mo. |
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derayjr
Posts: 63
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| 03 Jun 2009 6:11 PM |
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Pvt. Long, Thank You for defending our homeland. You are my Hero.
God's Peace be with your family and loved ones...
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Dennis
NY PGR Region 6
Riding always in memory...
Dennis E. Raymond Sr.
US Navy WWII
1926-2008
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