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10-02-2013, 11:42 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: May 2003
Location: New Bern
Posts: 4,294
M.O.C. #311
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Speachless - photo added 10/3
I want to thank everyone for a great Rally, especially the Wagon Masters and Assistances. Then of course all the coordinators.
Normally I have a smartalick comment ready but last night when I was given the Black Eagle and standing ovation I could not talk because my throat had choaked up and tears were running down my cheeks. Thank you so much to all that were at the 2013 Fall Rally. What a family.
Safe travels
Taken on the coffee table.
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10-02-2013, 11:55 AM
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Montana Fan
Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: Windsor
Posts: 462
M.O.C. #8057
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Like!!
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10-02-2013, 01:07 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Sep 2003
Location: Forestville
Posts: 6,025
M.O.C. #496
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+2, John, what is the black eagle?
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10-02-2013, 01:37 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Apr 2007
Location: Harford
Posts: 948
M.O.C. #7122
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Your are a MOC treasure and there are still many members out there that will discover this treasure.
Thanks again for the work on the screen door!!!
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10-02-2013, 01:45 PM
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Site Team
Join Date: Jun 2011
Location: Wilsey
Posts: 18,799
M.O.C. #11455
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John, with all you do for others recognition is long overdue.
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10-02-2013, 02:39 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Apr 2013
Location: Arroyo City
Posts: 3,110
M.O.C. #13395
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X2!
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10-02-2013, 11:04 PM
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Montana Fan
Join Date: Mar 2006
Location: Sioux Falls
Posts: 291
M.O.C. #5590
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As always John our willingness to share your talents was greatly appreciated. (Even if you tried to sell me 50/50 tickets at least 600 times!!!!!
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10-02-2013, 11:32 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: May 2011
Location: Fayetteville
Posts: 4,200
M.O.C. #11401
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Oooorrraahh!!!!!!
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10-03-2013, 04:37 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: Galena
Posts: 990
M.O.C. #7380
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Could not have went to a more deserving person. We all love you John! What a wonderful memory every time you look at it.
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10-03-2013, 09:17 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jun 2004
Location: Benson
Posts: 3,121
M.O.C. #1658
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Congratulations John,
That's a nice presentation to a well deserving person.
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10-03-2013, 09:52 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jul 2006
Location: Green Valley
Posts: 1,618
M.O.C. #6022
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John, you have always worked hard for the MOC and you are a very special person. You certainly deserve recognition. Congratulations!
Warm regards,
Jo-Anna and David
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10-03-2013, 10:14 AM
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Montana Fan
Join Date: Sep 2012
Location: cedar springs
Posts: 122
M.O.C. #12889
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John, Thanks for all your help and all you do. It was a great rally. Thanks again Ron and Pat
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10-03-2013, 10:16 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Apr 2007
Location: South Shore
Posts: 6,009
M.O.C. #7110
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Congratulations!
In my opinion, it’s very well deserved!
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10-03-2013, 11:09 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Feb 2007
Location: Fayetteville
Posts: 2,351
M.O.C. #6831
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John,
That was just to show the appreciation of us all. Thanks for all you have done and continue to do no matter if it is at a rally or just a visit.
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10-03-2013, 01:44 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Nov 2009
Location: Wampum
Posts: 571
M.O.C. #9928
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John, YOU are a first class guy with a heart as big as a 3850FL! Thank you for all you do, and all you are.
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10-03-2013, 03:22 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Feb 2007
Location: Winfield
Posts: 7,327
M.O.C. #6846
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I would be curious to know the significance of the "award". I agree that whatever the significance is, it could not go to a more deserving ambassador of both the Armed Services and the MOC. I only hope that those members of the MOC who have not crossed paths with John, get the benefit as well as the pleasure of meeting him in the future. I have totally enjoyed the times that our paths have crossed and look forward to the next time. For all of the other ambassador's of our Armed Services, a heart-felt thanks is extended to you and your families as well!! You are all all deeply appreciated by this family!!
Bingo
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10-04-2013, 02:58 AM
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Montana Fan
Join Date: May 2012
Location: Edmonds, Wa
Posts: 401
M.O.C. #12491
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Bingo, let me explain. As raffle coordinator, I checked in most gifts and donations. An anonymous person donated the metal eagle plaque. Not only I thought it was cool looking, but I saw John looking at it also, in fact several times during the rally week. Being a donation, it wasn't something we could just pull out and give to someone. I came up with a plan, but didn't tell anyone.
Also during rally week, 3 of John's lady friends (my wife Kristi Silver, Jim Fischer's wife Vicki, and Greg Kerlins wife Kate) got together and helped John re-decorate his trailer and make it more into a man cave, removing some of his old decorations his late wife Anne had on the walls. After things were removed, most walls were bare and I thought the eagle would be a fitting start to a new chapter.
Most MOC members who participate in rallys know John as Mr fix-it, Mr know the information and Mr Montana. As John always says "understand". And he is there for you. Well, it was his turn this time.
On the last night of the rally, I came to a pause while i was calling out winning rally tickets. I asked the group if I could pull this plaque out of the raffle and give it to John as a special memento for his contribution, his inspiration, humor, and sharing attitude. I received my reply immediately. Without a moments hesitation, most people were on their feet, clapping, and giving John a standing ovation. Evidently everybody agreed.
End of story
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10-04-2013, 03:18 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Feb 2007
Location: Winfield
Posts: 7,327
M.O.C. #6846
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Thanks Jim for the new history of the plaque,
You did good, as did all of those who were in attendance!!!!
Bingo
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10-04-2013, 03:37 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Aug 2007
Location: Waterford
Posts: 3,693
M.O.C. #7500
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Quote:
quote:Originally posted by DHenry
+2, John, what is the black eagle?
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Although I'm sure the maker didn't intend it, the eagle has special meaning to John. To see why, look at the Marine Corp emblem.
Semper Fi John! Well deserved!
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10-05-2013, 04:43 AM
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Montana Fan
Join Date: Mar 2004
Location: Westford
Posts: 403
M.O.C. #1250
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NICE!!
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