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LIVE THREAD: Reagan Funeral - California
www.freerepublic.com | June 7, 2004

Posted on 06/07/2004 9:43:02 AM PDT by Howlin

Reagan family has arrived in Santa Monica to escort President Reagan's body to his library.


TOPICS: Constitution/Conservatism; Culture/Society; Government; News/Current Events; Politics/Elections; US: California
KEYWORDS: bestpresidentever; california; funeral; reagan; reaganfuneral; ronaldreagan; simivalley
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To: Howlin
You all will have to forgive the ramblings but after reading these posts and watching the news coverage today I just had to add my thoughts.

I am to young to remember Ronald Reagan's presidency and policies but I can recall as a child being proud to have him as my president. Since his presidency my mother has continued to tell us what a great man he was and sang his praises so often that I became very fond of him myself.

I grew up in a conservative household but could have cared less about politics until this last election. Pregnant with my first child I began to care alot more about where my country was headed and the future that awaited my children. I still have a ton of things to learn about politics but thanks to FR and the rest of you I'm learning daily.

I really don't know why I'm posting except to say I'm so glad to have found a place like FR where I can learn about such a great man from such great people. You guys are so awesome!

1,581 posted on 06/07/2004 11:08:43 PM PDT by TightyRighty
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To: Howlin

Thanks for posting that schedule in #35. Please ping me if you hear of any updates.


1,582 posted on 06/07/2004 11:13:15 PM PDT by nutmeg (God bless President Ronald Reagan)
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To: alisasny
Didnt they put a jet there, Reagans Air Force One?

It's there, and so is a helicopter (Marine One?). There are plans for a fighter jet, too.

They're still building a pavillion for the aircraft, so Air Force One might not have its wings attached yet, or at least it didn't look like there were wings yet when we looked from the 23 freeway the last few weeks/months.

1,583 posted on 06/07/2004 11:14:49 PM PDT by heleny
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To: hispanarepublicana
Our young, bleached blonde anchorette on TV last night pronounced it sih-my.

Most people pronounce Simi 'See-mee, but the dictionary has the second syllable accented, which I've also heard.

1,584 posted on 06/07/2004 11:18:04 PM PDT by heleny
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To: Petronski
MSNBC had the far superior coverage of DDAY too. Stunningly good.

I agree. FNC's couldn't really compare...

1,585 posted on 06/07/2004 11:19:12 PM PDT by nutmeg (God bless President Ronald Reagan)
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To: Interesting Times

What I saw today was exactly how I felt at my father's funeral. I doubt that Patti really knew, or much cared, whether her outfit would make the news. She seemed lost, unbelieving. Nancy was saying, " I don't believe it. " Ron seemed a little cold to me, detatched. Michael was lucky, he loved his father and understood him. He will have happy memories to sustain him. At my dad's service, my brothers were totally broken up - we were all there in body but in our minds we just had such a hard time convincing ourselves that it was really true - our Daddy was really gone. When Nancy patted the casket, it took me back to the heartbreaking sight of my mother patting the earth over my father's grave. When the bugler played taps, I remembered how the bugler at my father's service startled us - he must have stepped from behind a tree - and, several yards to our left, began to play his mournful taps in the quietness of that Minnesota cemetary. Tears flowed freely then. When it was over, I looked over and he was gone - as if he had disappeared in a wisp of smoke. He was as quiet as a mouse.
Losing a parent is a whole other level. I have no idea how Ron will fare, but I'll tell you this - Patti will be forever devastated by this loss. Because of her past, she might curse herself for the time she lost with him. One day she will finally accept that her father is gone - but she will never get over it. Just like me.


1,586 posted on 06/07/2004 11:51:20 PM PDT by Rainmist (" I fear we have awakened a sleeping giant and filled him with terrible resolve ..... ")
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To: Lady Jag
October 1975

Don Rickles was scheduled to host the Tonight Show, but Johnny Carson may have stepped in anyway, that evening; I think Johnny was there, but I can't recall exactly.

Comedian George Gobels(sp?) was already on as a guest, and suddenly, out comes Bob Hope, unscheduled. I don't remember anything these guys said, but there were three of the funniest guys in showbiz.

Then, out comes John Wayne, also unscheduled.

One of Carson's best.

They traded quips, and it brought down the house.

Two or three other guests never made it onto the show.

Anyway, that's what I remember. Gosh it was funny.

What a hoot.

1,587 posted on 06/08/2004 12:15:41 AM PDT by First_Salute (May God save our democratic-republican government, from a government by judiciary.)
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To: Serb5150
Sorry, just to clarify - literally all night? As in, someone could drive up there at midnight and after to pay respects?

You have to go to Moorpark College to park and ride a shuttle from there. There are very many people waiting, and the freeway may be slow (according to the speed map, currently less than 4 mph near the Madera exits).

Details:
http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1148751/posts?page=14#14

http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1149591/posts

1,588 posted on 06/08/2004 12:51:55 AM PDT by heleny
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To: kalama

Who is that wonderful military man who escorted Nancy in and out of the library during yesterday's service ??? He was so kind and respectful, not to mention he cut quite a dashing figure.


1,589 posted on 06/08/2004 1:40:58 AM PDT by Rainmist (America ! America ! God shed His grace on thee !!)
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To: Rainmist

Maj. Gen. Galen Jackman.


1,590 posted on 06/08/2004 1:44:34 AM PDT by Neets
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To: RightWingMama
"Why is this so heartbreaking??...."

Because he was a man who came from humble beginnings and changed the world...for the better. Because he held to his core convictions, God, family, country when others labeled him a war monger and a simpleton. Because he was adored by hundreds of millions for all the right reasons. Because he was everything we all wish we could be; everything America is supposed to be. He was a legend in his time.
1,591 posted on 06/08/2004 4:23:02 AM PDT by PigRigger (Send donations to http://www.AdoptAPlatoon.org)
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To: Rainmist
Oh, I agree....all the military men looked perfect.

No matter how many times I see the video of Mrs. Reagan laying her cheek on the casket, I cry. She looks so frail but she has been through so much. The love of her lifetime has gone on without her.

I would like to share a few thoughts....I have come to appreciate Patti Davis more these last years. She has her father's flare for writing. Her remembrances of her father's life and death she has written recently are very good. She has the ability to bring you with her along her journey in script...so much like her dad.
I believe Ron Reagan is a harder nut to crack. He lived in the shadow of a great man and so many boys I knew growing up that had extremely strong fathers went the opposite direction. I believe this is the case with Ron. I think he purposely did things to embarrass his father to hurt him for the attention he didn't get from him. Michael has a better grasp of his dad's career and the families place in it. I think Patti matured and her rift with her mom and dad was solved. Ron, I think hung onto the anger. I saw Michael's interview on H&C last night and he said something that makes me think this....he said that he was glad he was the ONE who was able to let go and hug his dad and to tell him he loved him. I got the impression that he was speaking of Ron...Ron had not let go of the anger. Ron has not been able to be his own man as long as his father was alive....I think he will come to appreciate his father more now that he is able to stand on his own.

I also believe much of the differences in the children are the decade they grew up. Michael and Maureen were the first born...children of the 50's. Ron and Patti were children of the 60's. It was a burn your bra and smoke pot decade.
1,592 posted on 06/08/2004 5:23:53 AM PDT by 4everontheRight (GW'04 - Rice'08)
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To: heleny

My daughter and I got up at 3:00 a.m. and went over to Moorpark College to catch a shuttle to the library. We never found the end of the line. It's a three hour wait from the time you enter the parking lot where the shuttles pick up passengers, and a guy sitting there on the steps said that the line to get to the parking lot was four hours (at 4:00 a.m.). Peoople were pouring in, and the 118 coming from LA was a complete traffic jam. Recommend the 101 to the 23 to the 118, if you want to stand in line 8-10 hours just to get on the shuttle.


1,593 posted on 06/08/2004 5:33:08 AM PDT by Ironclad
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To: Ironclad
I LOVE THAT!!!!
I am so happy people are busting at the seams to go!! I know the media is surprised (idiots) but I think the family is just as surprised!! I believe the media had them believing that no one cared, no one remembered. I wish the casket was there for another week and people came by the thousands every day!! This makes my heart feel good!
1,594 posted on 06/08/2004 5:38:14 AM PDT by 4everontheRight (GW'04 - Rice'08)
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To: 4everontheRight

It's a bit of a disaster at the college. Trash cans completely full; bathrooms too gross to mention in polite company. Obviously not nearly enough shuttles. And I would guess today is going to be the big day. Either the library or the college needs to get some logistical support going.


1,595 posted on 06/08/2004 5:42:03 AM PDT by Ironclad
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To: Ironclad
I think all going back to the media having us all believe no on cared about Reagan...they just weren't ready.
1,596 posted on 06/08/2004 5:44:04 AM PDT by 4everontheRight (GW'04 - Rice'08)
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To: Howlin

Heard on msnbc -- update to the Lying in Repose at the Library for Tuesday.

Now it is to conclude at 10 pm tonight, but it was announced that people MUST be in line by 3 pm to meet that deadline.

Sounds like no more will be allowed in life after 3 pm though the viewing will continue past the original 6 pm ending.


1,597 posted on 06/08/2004 7:25:16 AM PDT by texasbluebell
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To: First_Salute

You have a outstanding memory! Thank you very much for the background on the photo of all those great guys!


1,598 posted on 06/08/2004 7:31:42 AM PDT by Lady Jag (Was sciencediet till I found the solution)
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To: feinswinesuksass

Thank you for sharing that! Vintage Ron, for sure. I also loved the one in debates with Mondale; that he wouldn't exploit for political purposes the youth and inexperince of his opponent. This response came after a reporter questioned his thoughts on the age of the candidates (I believe Reagan was about 69 at the time.) I will miss him. God bless you for going to the funeral area; how I wish I could have.


1,599 posted on 06/08/2004 10:36:53 AM PDT by ladywolf7
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To: Joe Hadenuf

Thank you so much for sharing that most treasured memento with me.


1,600 posted on 06/08/2004 10:59:54 AM PDT by Wolfstar (He slipped the surly bonds of earth to touch the face of God. Thank you President Reagan.)
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