Faith Ryders is starting out the 2010 Riding Season             with some of us visiting Aiden on 3-21-10
The Date on the pics is wrong these pics was took on 3-21-10. Elder Ed, Vera, Lil Bear, Dana, Bud and Betty stopped by to visit AidenAiden is showing off his latest wheels that he's been ridingElder Ed helps Aiden out with his "Biker Look"Aiden is truly a blessing to everyone that has met this speical little boy.
                                     April 25
    1st Annual Blue Ridge Cancer Care Poker Run
Faith Ryders just one of many sponors for this Run. Faith Ryders members showed up and made their donations, and then the Poker Run pulled out at 1:00, we pulled out to head to Aiden's. Special Thanks to Jim Palmer of the CMA for taking over some of our responsibles, that allowed us to go to Aiden'sPlaning and working out details for the Poker Run with the Staff of the Blue Ridge Cancer Care weeks before the RunRandall Fletcher, and Faith Ryder member Mike DicksersonPIc of Dr.McCoy and his Staff with bikers in the back ground. This pic was used to promo the Run in the local NewspapersClose up of Dr. McCoy, Lanessa and the staff at the Blue Ridge Cancer Care. Special Thanks to Rev.Tolley and Tammy Hurst, for the use of his 3 wheeler motorcycle that Dr. McCoy is onDr. Rotche, Lanessa, Faith Ryder Elder Eddie, and one of the Nurses that work at the Cancer Care On the Day of the Poker RunThe Nursing Staff and Dr. McCoy of the Blue Ridge Cancer CareRandall FletcherSpecial Thanks to 2 Fire Departments. Dublin Fire Department for loaning the Flag and Special Thanks to the Christiansburg Fire Departement for the use of their ladder TruckChuck Price, member of the Fairlawn Baptist Church supporting this Run.Mark Peterson checking everything right before the Ride leavesSpecial Thanks to the Dublin Truck Plant for the the Pink Cancer awareness Truck.
                                             April 25
Celebration of Aiden's Life sponsored by Make A Wish Foundation
         Special Thanks to Make a Wish for the Swing Set for Aiden
           And to everyone who turned out. Aiden had a BLAST !!!    
Dana & Tony Turpin with AidenAngie Poole and her Mother Elizabeth. They gave Aiden a bag full of toys and some tasty cup cakesAiden's Granpa manning the grillDana playing with AidenAiden's Brother, NoahCole firing up his 4 wheelerAiden's uncle, and his older brothers and sistersGrandPa holding Aiden with his GrandMa, and his UncleRusty and MikeThank You...for loving me....... (Aiden went to be with Jesus on June the 1st.)
Rolling Thunder May 30th. 2010 Washington DC
                                       June 6
                 Friend's Day at Fairlawn Church of God
            Hotdogs Hamburgers Snow Cones, Cotton Candy, Pony Rides, Motorcycle Rides,                                               Games and Prizes and much much more                       
We line our bikes up to start giving rides to the kidsTony "Tubro" TurpinDana did a super job helping the kids on and off the bikesRonnie Smith, who is a Medic on one of the Life Guard Helicopter crew, joined us to ride the kids on Friend's Day.Mike's bike was also a big hit , and the kids loved those loud pipesElder Ed, didn't have too many riders , until his MP3 Player, played the song Billie Jean by Michael Jackson, and all the kids wanted to ride and wave their arms to the beat of the song. Needless to say, he had to play that song over and over during the whole time he was riding the kids.This is one Cool Cat, Elder Ed is riding.Elder Ed is having to replay the Billie Jean song before the ride begans.Tubro's bike was a big hit, and he has very loud pipes also, and the kids loved the sound of it.These kids bring out the kid in all of us. Ralph Homes is the New Sheriff in town, and he is a quick drawSHuZZZ ZING, Sheriff Ralph is a super fast drawSheriff Ralph loans his trustee horse named "Blazing Saddles" to the kids for the Pony Ride.Sheriff Ralph is after the Blue Tongue Bandit for stealing only the Blue flavor snow cones. and the Blue Cotton Candy, anyone spotting the Blue Tongue Bandit should call Sheriff Ralph at BR-549Blue Tongue Bandit,.... Boy!! you in a Heap of Trouble, I have a nose like a Blood Hound, and I can draw this six shooter like grease lighting, and I can out run anytrhing on my Trustee Horse named Blazing Saddle. I'm gonna stick to you like a trick sticks on your Bee-hind when you're camping out.
Never say you are too old, Hobert is 72 and this is his first trip to Rolling Thunder. Hobert travel with Elder Ed to Rolling Thunder 2010 this year. It was a very hot day, so Hobert and Ed hung out at the Lincoln Memorial where it was very coolHobert and Ed stop by this Harley Dealership on the way home
June 11            Honoring  a Local World War II Vet.

For the past 6 years, Elder Ed has flew a full size POW-MIA Flag on his bike to and from Rolling Thunder in Washington DC in Honor of a local Vet in the New River Valley. This year he flew this flag in Honor of Mr. Erby Turpin, a World War II Vet and was a POW of Germany. Turpin has 2 Purple Hearts and a Bronze Star just to name a few of all the metals he has.
Chuck, Mark, Danny , Tony and Elder Ed, rode over to Mr. Erby Turpin'sTony holding all of Mr. Trupin's metals from his Service. Chuck is holding the Brone Star, and Danny is holding our letter of Honor from Faith Ryders to Mr. Trupin showing honor and appreacation for his service and for our Freedom.The POW-MIA flag that flew from the New River Valley to Rolling Thunder in Washington DC 2010 and back on Elder Ed's bike. If not for men like Erby Turpin we all would be speaking German and wouild have no such Freedom as we have today. Thank you Mr. Erby Turpin for your sacrifice
June 19             Elton & Gene Anderson Memorial Ride 
From Elder Ed: I had the honor of knowing Elton a couple of years before his death. He was truly a man that I have never heard a negative thing said about. Now that is a witness and a lesson to all of us to follow. Elton let us all know it can be done. Now ...what will people say about you?Angie Poole in the red is the Daughter of Elton and Sister to GeneFaith Ryder member Tolley Hurst in the bright green Elizabeth Anderson on Tolley's right is Elton's Wife and Mother of GeneBud ManuelTony Nixon
June 26                        Chapter Ride
                        To Union WVa. and over to Paint Bank
We met at Fairlawn Sheetz at 10:00 AmWe rode over to Union West Virginia for a bite to eatBobby, Mike, Bud and CharlieMarcus, Edna, Hobert, Charlie. Bub and VeraJudy and Vera relaxing after their meal, right before we take off to the second leg of our trip.Just pulled into the Paint Bank General Store.
July 3                  Pulaski AM VET Poker Run
Gary and Tony taking a break before the Run
4th of July Celebration
Faith Ryders members was covering most all of the local events today. Some of us went to visit Aiden's graveWe lit some sparklers to celebrate the 4th with AidenThen we Stopped by Tony & Wilma's home to celebrate the 4th with them.
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July 9-16    Sheffey Camp Meeting in Triggs Va.
Sheffey was Circuit Rider in the 1800s. He did on horse back what we do on our steel horses. Spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Once a year is the Sheffey Camp Meeting unders a Barn type roof with a saw dust wood chip floorEach night different choirs from local churches performsYoung Group from a local area church performing.
July 24                Chapter Ride
Our first stop was the New Yorker in Roanoke for a bite to eatAfter our meal we head to Floyd on 221 over Bent MountianTugger's Gaps next to the Parkway just out side Floyd on Rt.8From here we hit the Parkway to Meadows of DamWe stopped in at Nancy's Candy We also stopped in at the Old Store and had ice cream and cold drinksStopped at Hilly Haven just out side Hillsville to take a break.Back in the town of Dublin, Tony Turpin's son "Anthony" was awarded his Eagle Patch at a special Service held in his honor at the Highland Park Community Church, so we stopped in to congratulate him on our way home
August 7           Starlight Driver-In
We rode our bikes to the Starlight Drive-In movie, to watch a comedy "Grown Ups"Piging out on all the good food & popcorn they serve
August 21                    Chapter Ride
Meeting at Fairlawn SheetzsHaving our Road Prayer before we rideHungy Farmer Resturant in Cana Virginia next to the NC line on Rt.52After our meal, hanging out Heading back homeDannyTonyBobby & JudyMikeTaking a break along the way
August 24            Patriot Guard Riders Mission
                              Welcome Home Christiansburg Charlie Co.            
Waiting for the bus at a local church just a couple blocks away from the National Guard Buliding to escort the troopsWhile waiting we rigged up a full size Flag on Danny's bike. Danny is test flying his flag to make sure it will stay on.Danny is happy that he is able to fly a full size flagDanny who is a Vietnam Era Veteran is proud to fly this Flag on his bike for these troops returning from war.The Troop Bus pulling inTroops are lining up to match down to the National Guard Building with us escorting them on our bikes, flying our flagspulling out to escort the troopsAfter the Christiansburg Mayor spoke, the troops and their families run to each other with open arms , sharing kisses and hugs and tears, as we stood in a Flag line in their honorTV News Stations and Newspaper reporters was on hand getting interviews with the troops
Sept 4                   Starlight Drive-In
                                last movie of 2010
Set up at the drive-in ready to watch the movie called "The Other Guys"Danny piging out on the good food they have at the StarLight Drive-InFolks that parked beside usEddie from the Roanoke Area and one of his friend bring their 1937 cars out for the last movie at the Starlight of this year
  Sept 5th         Awful  Arthur's in Salem 1st annual BIKE BASH.
                                                  This event goes to benefit Autism .
There was a lot of nice bikes on displayThere was a Bike Wash gonna onWe went inside to watch the live Band, PolyChrome. Elder Ed has a friend that plays bass in that band, Perry Mabry
Sept 12th         Our 2nd Visit this year to Eddie Day's
                                 Biker Church called "The Bridge"
                                                 in Princeton West Virginia
Some of us met at Sheetz. We picked up Hobert at Bucko's in Dublin, and headed to Princeton, WVa.The sign outside of Eddie Day's ChurchMike holding the door for usEddie and his Wife, MaryDan's wife coming back with a cup of coffeeDan getting him a drink and some snacksJudy and Bobby McPeak enjoying the serviceHobert and Chuck enjoying their coffee and the serviceMike setting beside Dan .At the end of Service, Pastor Eddie Day or as he calls his self Pastor Bigun meets everyone at the door shaking everyone's hands and inviting everyone back. Plus some of us wanted to get our pic took with Pastor BigunHobertMikeBobbyJudy on the leftOutside in the parking lot, I got a pic of Mike with our colors and a pic of the Motorcycle Club Colors that Eddie Day is the Princeton Chapter President of. "Sons of God"On the way home we stopped at Rich Creek, where they was having a Car Show and a Festival going on with mainstreet blocked off.We parked out bikes at the Shell Station and walked aroundChuck checking out this 57 Chevy. Look at the mirror under the hoodHobert liked this 54 caddyElder Ed has always wanted a 57 Ford. He had a 59 Ford years ago.We walked downtown where a Band was playing on a flatbed trailer set up for the stageThis was an old fashion gathering of some Good-O-Folks enjoying some live Gospel music.With all kinds of Vendors, and Carnival games and ridesElder Ed found Roy Limeberry and his wife Connie, set up and selling Homemade affordable reefs for the holidays and wood crafts. You can call them at 540-230-5275 or 540-674-6542 When I seen Thomas The Train it brought tears to my eyes, because Aiden loved Thomas The Train..... Elder Ed.Hobert met one of his old friends over there.Heading back home, Chuck cruising in style on his HarleyHobert is styling and profling. He is truly the Man in Black Today.The Man in Black is the saying that Johnny Cash and Dale Earnhardt used, and now I guess Hobert is taking over.With an Eagle painted on his front flareing, and an Eagle on his back patch Hobert has it all coveredThe shadow of Elder Ed. It was a beautiful Day, and a Blessing Service , Wonderful Fellowship and Witnessing and a Relaxing ride home. God has truly order our steps today. Money can't buy what we experience today, ..it was truly a gift from God our Father. Thank you God for today.
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Sept 18          Monthly Chapter Ride
                      Trip to Shatley Spring
                      Family Style Country Dining
Meeting at Bucko's in Dublin, From there we meet others at Denny's in Barren Spring, and more at Hilly Haven, and even more at the Pure Stations next to the ParkwayHilly Haven , Hillville Va.Getting ready to leave Hilly Haven. Special Thanks to Mike Dickerson for Road Guarding for us , so we could all stick togetherTaking a break on the Blue Ridge ParkwayTaking a Break on the Blue Ridge ParkwayA tag on a bike that tells the whole storyJust pulled in at Shatley SpringsGetting a group shot of everyone that rode with usIt was only a short wait and they call for the party of Faith Ryders and we are ready to eatAfter that big meal, we all take our time and hang out for a little bit talking and fellowshiping, before we mount our iron eagles and head backMaking a gas stopand taking a break at the Virginia State line StationOld School Bike, it take a special person to keep one of these bikes up and running, this Bike is truly the heart beat of Harley DavidsonOn the road again. This pic was took from the mirror of Elder Ed's bike as he lead this ride.Back from the Ride, with a stop by Fairlawn Sheetz's, where Debbie hooked up with us to show us her new yorkie she got for her brithday.Her Yorkie is a 5 month old baby girl, that loves to ride with Debbie on her bikeHer name is TinkerBell and she loves to give you sugar, lots & lots of sugarsDanny has a speical way with the ladies, can't youi tell?Tony and Wilma fell in love with this little bundle of love alsoGod truly order our steps today, and gave us all so many blessings... along with Jack, Buddy, Steve Lowe, AJ, Slugo and Laura, they all came by Sheertz's for a visit. Vera and I finally got home after 12:00 tonight.. From all of us Lord, Thank you for another perfect Day in your Will.
Sept 19                  Family Fun Day
                            Radford Church of God
The very first Ride was a 91 year old lady that has never been on a motorcycle. Bless her heart.Debra Dickerson, Mike's WifeMike taking the Pastor for a rideTubro starts riding kidsElder Ed riding the Pastor's WifeElder Ed taken Mike's wife Debra for a rideJuneBug & Elder Ed, They have been friends for years
Sept 19                             Randall Fletcher's
              10th Annual Poker Run for the Veterans Memorial Park                                        in Narrows, held at the VFW Post 6000
After Fun Day, we rode over to the Narrow's VFW Post , made a donation and got something to drink & eat as we waited until the Ride returns. This is Randall"s wife Dave with the Priinceton WVa. CMA and Elder Ed. Dave and Ed have been dear friends for yearsThis Sidecar has A/C Here's Randall leading the Ride back to the VFWMike, Randall Flether, & TurboTubro, Jim Palmer, and MikeAfter Fun Day and after visiting Randall's Poker Run, Edler Ed and his wife, hooked up with Brad and Laura for a nice quiet meal as the sun went down. It was a very busy and very Blessed weekend. Thank you Jesus!!
Oct 17                  Patriot Guard Riders Mission
Carter Eugene Elliott, 83, of Christiansburg, Va., passed into the loving hands of our Lord

Patriot Guard Riders have been invited by the family to stand in honor of this USMC Veteran and Veteran of WWII. Mr. Carter Eugene Elliott proudly served in the USMC and, being fluent in many languages, he was assigned as a translator participating in the occupation and surrender of Japan which ended World War II. Mr Elliott was also in the CIA . He headed the New Jersey state counseling program dedicated to the placement of Vietnam Veterans with special problems which led to a commendation from the National Alliance of Businessmen and a National Award from the Veterans of Foreign Wars citing "...meritorious service to our Nation's Veterans."

Mr. Elliott pursued a second career with the Office of Inspector General as a Federal Crime Fraud investigator where many hard working miners received back payment of earned pensions thanks to Mr. Elliott's investigative tenacity.

When he retired, he and his wife Annie moved to Christiansburg in 1985 where he became an avid author publishing three non-fiction books, "The Obstacle Course," "Clean, Sober, and Unemployed," and "Recovery Blues," one novel, "Riding on a Blue Horse," and many short stories and poems. He was a member of the Blue River Writers group contributing to several books published by the group. He also regularly contributed letters to the editor expressing his conservative values.

Mr. Elliott was an active member of the Blacksburg United Methodist Church for 15 years where he served as a lay speaker, evangelist, and taught the Murrill Bible Class. He also served on several leadership committees. He was well known for both his tremendous knowledge and spiritual understanding of the Bible, and his solid foundation of God's biblical principles. When he taught these principles, everyone walked away a little closer to God. He not only taught but used the spiritual messages to guide his everyday life knowing that healing comes from service to others.

Mr. Elliott and Annie started and were active in the Western Virginia Regional Jail ministry helping over a thousand inmates to rededicate themselves to a productive life strengthened by the word of God and free of destructive dependencies. He was a friend of Bill W. for over 40 years and worked tireless to help others in this endeavor. He was an active member in the local chapter of the Marine Corps League.

.Memorial Service was17 OCT 2010 1500 HOURS
Blacksburg United Methodist Church 111 Church St SE  Blacksburg, VA 24060
Danny Morris and James Bugg Jr. This is Jame's first mission with the Patriot Guard.Hats off to James Bugg Jr. For being a Stand-Up type of teenager, Willing to show respect and Honor to others. Will is our Ride Captain on this MissionRocky, you can also find her with the NRV Cruise-In , she has a 71 Chey pickup she takes to the shows.James Bugg Jr. is the the oldest Brother to Aiden Bugg that went to Heaven on June the 1st
Nov 12               Patroit Guard Riders "Earl Hoback Mission"  

William Earl Hoback was a retired corporal with the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department with over 30 years of service. He had been a member of the Army National Guard; worked for many years with the Pulaski Fire Department; a member of the Dublin Moose Lodge, and drove a school bus for Pulaski County Schools.
We formed a Flag line at Bower Funeral Chapel 1631 Bob Whit Blvd.,Pulaski,Va 24301
                               Please keep his wife "Sandy" in your prayers
Frankie Poole stood with us in the Flag Line, . His wife Angie on the right side worked with Earl and knew Earl for years.Lee WrightDanny MorrisJames Bugg Jr.Dan Hopkins & Eddie WrightJason TurpinAnthony TurpinDan Hopkins & Tony (Turbo) TurpinTony Turpin
Nov 13                      Part 2 of the Mission the Funeral
Nov 13              Faith Ryders Thanksgiving Dinner
                         held at the Radford Church of God
Giving Thanks to our Veterans for the Freedom we all enjoy in this US of ABefore our Dinner, we reconized our VeteransEach Veteran at our Dinner received a Thank You Card and a Lincoln Cent Anniversary Set from the Radford Church of GodPastor Hershel, he never knew how us bikers eat, he said he never miss another of our functions, Humm Humm GoodOur Biggest Faith Ryder's supporter at the Church is Sylvia !!! While battling breast cancer she been our Back Bone. Thank You from everyone in Faith Ryders , you are the best.Mary another of our great supporters at the ChurchWith supporters like Geneva Faith Ryders is blessed.On the left is Dale, super nice and funny person, on the right is Chaplain Mike Dickerson
DEC 11            Faith Ryders Christmas Party
                    held at the Radford Church of God
       Pics of Our Dinner and the Chinese Gift Exchange Game
Tony got the bag of coal, however he was able to trade it offDanny got him some Elf pants and a Elf hatTony is in the Christmas spirit nowJames Jr, got him a riding mask and a pair of sun glasses, he's ready to ride nowMike, Dale and BobbyChaplain Mike also got a Riding MaskElder Ed got a riding mask also
DEC. 13-14     Patroit Guard Riders "Jesse E Hopkins" Mission
                                            A WW ll Vet Served in the Navy
    Elder Eddie a few years ago flew on his bike a POW-MIA Flag to Rolling Thunder in Washington DC                and back in Honor of Mr. Hopkins. This was a very personal PGR mission for Elder Ed
                 Jesse was 84 lived in Pulaski Virginia and was retired from Jefferson Mills
          Jesse passed on 12-11-10 Please keep his wife "Arbutus "of 63 years in your prayers
Stevens Funeral Home. 12-13-10Funeral was held at Pulaski First Church Of The Brethren on 12-14-10With temperatures in the teens Jesse was Honored at the Funeral Home , the Church and at Highland Memory Gardens, with the Flag lines and the Motorcycle Escort. If not for men like Jesse we would not have the Freedom we have today. Thank you Jesse for your Service to this Country.