The Patriot Guard Riders have been invited to stand in honor at the Interment Service for JoAnn Karen Simpkins at Fort Logan National Cemetery, 3698 South Sheridan Blvd., Denver, 80236, on Tuesday, August 24, 2021 at 1:15PM, Committal Shelter C.
Ms. Simpkins was born on August 2, 1943 and died on July 23, 2021 at the age of 77. She served in the US Marine Corps from 1960 until 1962.
She was a motorcycle enthusiast and we have been asked to have our "riders" park their bikes and trikes near the Committal Shelter, in front of our Flag Line, at Shelter C.
12:30PM - Stage at the Fort Logan Visitors Center 12:45PM - Mission Briefing 1:00PM - Depart for Committal Shelter C in order to form Flag Line
Dave "Captain Slow" Lefavor will serve as Ride Captain.
I will be honored to attend and will bring Flags.
Jim Herstein
303-518-8790
Four Missions covered this week, with six more on the calendar through Saturday. The attendance has been very strong. Thanks to the participating members and the Ride Captains. Also, appreciation for the Riders who fulfilled the request of the Simpkins' family by leading the family and friends from the Staging area to the Committal Shelter.
Jim
Please accept our condolences on the death of your loved one. Their service and sacrifice, as well as the family's support are very greatly appreciated. When one joins the military, they become a member of a brotherhood. Less than one percent of the US population are currently serving in the military and only seven percent of the US population are either veterans or part of the active military. These heroic men and women are bonded forever.
Our defenders of freedom were compelled to serve for many honorable reasons. Some left their homes, families and friends and went halfway around the world. They were willing to sacrifice their lives so that we could all be free. How fortunate for all of us that while we rest and sleep some brave warrior risks it all so we can sleep in peace. It takes a special man or woman to sacrifice their comfort and safety for their country. We would not be living the way we do now if it weren't for brave men and women who serve and risk their lives for our freedom and safety. Freedom is a right ultimately defended by the sacrifice of America's servicemen and women. This nation will remain the land of the free only so long as it is the home of the brave.
We, the members of the Colorado Patriot Guard, so greatly appreciate the service of your loved one and it is a great honor for us to stand at their Service. We thank you for inviting us and we offer our thoughts and prayers.
My thoughts are with the family and friends of Ms. Simpkins at this time of loss. Please accept my deepest condolences and my eternal gratitude for his service to our nation.
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories console you and bring you peace and comfort.
Greg and I lift up prayers for Joann Simpkins family & friends. May your memories bring you peace and comfort. We are forever grateful for this veterans’ service to our great country and for the freedom it allows us today. It is an honor to stand for this Marine and her family.
To the family and friends of Ms. Simpkins please accept my sincere condolences. Thank you for your service to our country. I will be honored to stand for this Marine.
Mike
Thank you Joann K. Simpkins for your service to the USA and all freedom-loving Americans; it is because of brave warriors as yourself, we are the home of the free. Prayers of comfort and best wishes go out to you the love-ones, friends, and service comrades of Joann K. Simpkins. God Bless.
My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Ms. Simpkins. I will be honored to stand for this Marine. Semper fi.
Rest In Peace Joann Simpkins.
To the family and friends of this hero, on behalf of a grateful nation, my condolences are offered as a token of appreciation for the honorable and faithful service rendered by your loved one!
Fair winds and following seas to this USMC Veteran. The family and friends of Ms. Joann Karen Simpkins have my most sincere sympathy and condolences. So sorry for your loss. Thank You Ma'am for your service to our Country. I will be honored to stand for Ms. Simpkins. RIP Marine
Jim
I extend my most heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Joann Simpkins, USMC Veteran. During this most difficult time, I pray you peace. I will forever be grateful for her service, sacrifice, and dedication to our country. Rest easy now, Marine…those you have left behind to carry on without you have the watch.
Kathy "Rat" Goldstein
Assist. State Capt. - CO
ratgold@comcast.net
I wish to send my sincere condolences and prayers to the family and friends of Joann Karen Simpkins a US Marine Corps Hero. I am grateful for the 2 years of service that was provided us, in the past, so we can enjoy the freedoms we have today.
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‘Can Do’ Bob Aholt
PGR Southern Colorado Assistant State Captain
I am honored to stand for Ms. Simpkins.
To the family and friends of this hero I offer sincere condolences.
Rest in peace, Marine. It is my privilege to stand in your honor.
I am available to serve as Ride Captain.
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Dave “Captain Slow” Lefavor
USAF 1967-1972; USAFR 1972-1979
My condolences to the family and friends of this proud USMC veteran, Joann K Simpkins. Sorry for your loss. I’m thankful for her service and sacrifices to this great nation. Rest easy Ms Simpkins your tour is complete. I will be honored to stand for Ms Simpkins.
Sincere appreciation for the US Marine Corps Service of JoAnn Simpkins. The loss of someone who served and sacrificed is tragic and all Patriotic Americans are forever in their debt. Thankful for the sacrifices made by their families, as well. These Heroes gave up so much in order to preserve our freedoms and to ensure our safety and security. They have earned our recognition and respect. They will be greatly missed, but, will never be forgotten. May their family and friends achieve peace along with our enduring gratitude.
SEMPER FI