Day #14 Sallisaw, Oklahoma to Conway, Arkansas
Memorial Ceremony at Conway, Arkansas PDToday 2 of OHP’s finest and Officer Murray of the Sallisaw PD started us out with an escort starting at 7:10am. The first group (Craig, Fred, SB and Steve) headed out on an absolutely beautiful morning in Oklahoma, clear sunny sky’s with little wind. The shades of green in this countryside are stunning. Our entire team then stopped for a photo at the Arkansas border. They finished strong on a hill.
Group 2 (Bruce, Nancy, Tony and Dawn) geared up and rode directly into some very tough hills. Up they went encouraging each along the way. It is at the toughest times like these that all of us recognize what and Honor it is to be doing this ride. The tougher it gets the more worthwhile it seems. We all feel that the one thing we can do, and will do is to never forget our fallen fellow Officers.
Group 3 (Pat, Rob, Dennis and Kevin) started off and the terrain was FLAT, FLAT, FLAT. We really enjoyed a day without any hills to speak of. The weather was perfect with a temp of 65 degrees. We went by some beautiful lakes before any easy climb into Conway.
Upon group 3's arrival at the Conway City line we were met by two of their police cars and a contingent of 6 bicycle patrol Officers who escorted our team to the motel. It is truly inspiring when our brother Officers come out in force to support us in our endevour. We are deeply indebted to them.
At 7:00pm a Memorial Ceremony was held at the Conway Police Department. The event was attended by a large contingent of their bicycle officers, and was conducted by Kevin Hoffman.
The Departmental Chaplain, Rev. George Andrews gave the benediction. Craig White spoke on the mission of the Unity Tour and made the presentation of the baton to Conway Police Major Benny Battles. Dennis read the roll call of heroes and the ceremony was concluded with the playing of Taps. Conway Police Department has lost 3 Officers in the line of duty. After the ceremony a reception was held at the Department with their Officers extending thier hospitality in a most gracious manner. Special thanks go to Pamela Sweeney of the Police Department for all of her hard work in making this ceremony a success.
posted by PUT Coast to Coast at 9:45 PM
5 Comments:
Hey all (especially Dawn)!
You are more than half way to NJ and you are all amazing! Keep up the good work, and try not to brutalize each other too much! Hope the weather treats you well, may the smiles and the many hearts that you are touching make each ride a little easier. Keep your spirits and your heads up...Always enjoy the show,
Lori W
To All - what an amazing thing you all are doing - I am so very proud and impressed by all of you - halfway there and sill going strong - love the pictures . It sounds like your efforts are truly appreciated by the many different police departments you are coming in contact with - way to go. Stay safe - Love Jeanne
You're doing a great job, for the right reason. I'm with you in spirit. Hi to everyone especially FFF. Be safe, your in my prayers
The Iguana
Congratulations on passing the half-way point! I hope you get some carbs tonight - no more BBQ!!!
Everyone who is checking the blog is so impressed and inspired by what you are all doing.
Honey, can't wait to see you in N.J.
Miss you!
Julie
I honestly need a nap after just reading these posts. I can't believe you're still pounding away!!! Keep on keeping on. You guys are earning a huge steak dinner. Hope you have some Jzz Flute music to accompany you on the ride.
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