Minnesota Memorial Riders History
Minnesota Memorial Riders is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization founded in 2009. We are made up of dedicated volunteers, which include family members of our fallen heroes, as well as veterans.
Our main focus is to pay tribute to our military heroes and their families, to honor their memory and to continue to find new ways to lend our support to these families and loved ones.
It is our goal to let these families know we have not forgotten no matter how much time has gone by. We will continue to pay tribute to those still serving, those veterans who have returned home, and to those whose lives were lost defending our freedom. There is no expiration date on recognizing the sacrifices that have been made by our own co-workers, family members and neighbors, all a part of this great nation.
We will lend our hearts and hands to honor those brave men and women. As members, we do not take this responsibility lightly. It is our focus to continue to let these families know that their loss will not be forgotten.
We offer our deepest gratitude and respect to these families, and thank them for opening their hearts and homes to us. To the heroes we intend to honor in the future and to those we have already met, our thanks is little in comparison to what you have given to our country.
With your support Minnesota Memorial Riders, will continue to work toward our goals and uphold our mission.
Mission Statement:
We are a group of American Citizens and Veterans coming together to show our support to our military men and women, to those who currently serve, and to those who have served in the past. Together, we share a common goal: “To never forget those who have given the ultimate sacrifice while protecting the freedom that we all enjoy.”
“Honoring Our Defenders of Freedom”
Leadership Team
Pam Johnson Chairman
Dave Lund Assistant Chairman
Renee Thormodsgard Secretary
Darlene Erickson Treasurer
Ross Thormodsgard Development Director
Chris Lind Ride Captain
Keith Ausderau Sergeant At Arms
Sherry Adams Merchandise Manager
Dave & Laura Lund T.A.P.S. Coordinators
Honorary Members
Minnesota Memorial Riders have selected the following for Honorary Membership in the Minnesota Memorial Riders Organization. Honorary Membership is the highest honor that can be presented to an individual by our organization. This elite group represents those individuals who have lost a family member in war or as a Veteran have given outstanding service to our nation. Minnesota Memorial Riders offers our deepest gratitude and respect for their dedication.
1. Stephen and Deborah Allen: In memory of Marine Sgt. Chad M. Allen, United States Marine Corps
2. David and Laura Lund: In memory of Sgt. Joshua Lund, Minnesota National Guardsman
3. Darrin Langanki: In memory of Marine Sgt. Chad M. Allen, United Stated Marine Corps
4. Tom and Renee McDonough: In memory of Army Spc. Bryan T. McDonough, United States Army
5. Becky Lourey: In memory of Army Chief Warrant Offer, Matthew Lourey, United States Army
6. Vern and Mary Nordlund: In memory of Marine Pfc. Mattew G. Milczark, United States Marine Corps
7. Jen Campbell: In memory of Marine Pfc. Mattew G. Milczark, United States Marine Corps
8. Greg and Linda Milczark: In memory of Marine Pfc. Mattew G. Milczark, United States Marine Corps
9. Carmen Milczark: In memory of Marine Pfc. Mattew G. Milczark, United States Marine Corps
10. George and Judy Langhorst: In memory of Marine Pfc. Moises Langhorst, United States Marine Corps
11. Vicky Langhorst: In memory of Marine Pfc. Moises Langhorst, United States Marine Corps
12. Anthony and Paulette Sheda: In memory of Staff Sergeant Adam Sheda, Minnesota National Guardsman
13. Duane and Sandy Pionk: In memory of Sgt. 1st Class Matthew Pionk, United States Army
14. Bruce and Susan Vrooman: In memory of Staff Sgt. Jeremy D. Vrooman, United States Army
15. Scott and Jillene Beyer: In memory of Spc. Paul A. Beyer, United States Army
16. Kenneth and Jeanne Pospisil: In memory of Marine Staff Sgt. Kenneth Pospisil, United States Marine Corp
17. Lew Nelson, Seaman Third Class, US Navy
18. Marine Cpl. Anthony McElveen
19. Army Spc. Daniel McConnell
20. Buster and Ginger Ferris
21. American legion Post 49, Pequot Lakes, Minnesota
22. Sgt. John Rice VFW Post 6316, Blaine, Minnesota
23. Flags for Fallen Military, David and Lisa Larson
24. Army SFC Dan Gabrielson
25. Marine LCpl Adam VanAlstine
26. Army SSDG Nathan Vacho
27. Army SSG Patrick Lybert
28. Army CPL Kenneth Cross
29. Marine LCpl Harry Timberman
30. Army 2LT Tracy Alger
31. Thomas F. Stein VFW Post 1091, Superior Wisconsin
32. Richard I. Bong American Legion Post 435, Superior Wisconsin
33. Army 2LT Jeremy Wolfe
34. National Guard SSG Todd D. Olson
35. Army Reserve SPC. Bert E. Hoyer
36. National Guard SPC. Charles A. Kaufman
37. Army SPC Benjamin A. Smith
38. Marine CPL. Joshua M. Schmitz
39. Army SPC Alun R. Howells
40. VFW Post 10818, New Richmond Wisconsin
41. American Legion Post 73, Neillsville Wisconsin
42. Sherri Koran, Cricket, Rock Creek Minnesota
43. Fast Freddies, New Richmond Wisconsin
