**Final Mission Report - Mr. Max Deese**

On a beautiful clear and cool Sunday, November 1, 2009, nearly 40 Patriot Guard Riders from Florida, Alabama and Georgia, formed a flag line at the Christian Center Church to honor Mr. Max Deese.  

At the conclusion of services, we formed an escort detail and proceeded to the Pinecrest Cemetery led by the Jackson County Sheriff’s vehicles.

Upon arrival, we formed another flag line and watched as military honors were rendered to Mr. Deese by US Marine Corps personnel. A PGR Condolence Book was presented to the family.

Thank you all that joined together for this mission, from far and wide, and ended up going back home in the dark.    

Ride Captain:  Wayne “Ol’MtMan” Hudson

Mission Support: John “Waterboy” Reichard Flags and water

Supply Sergeant: Tricky Ric, Faithful Guardian of the Flags and Water

I send my sincerest heartfelt condolences to the family of Mr. Max Deese - USMC- Vietnam Veteran.  Max, in the face of grave danger, fought for our freedoms and proudly served his country. Thank You Max for your service to our country and the sacrifices you and your family have made. May God bless your family and strengthen them as you helped strengthen our Nation with your heroic deeds in its service.  Carry on soldier, mission accomplished.  You’re now in the presence of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. 

You are a true American Hero.

Jesus Said to her, "I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in me, though he may die, he shall live."  John 11:25

Riding in Memory of:

SFC M.J. “Jim” Krug

United States Army- Retired

Vietnam Veteran – Cu Chi – ‘66/’67

B CO. 2^nd/27^th - 25^th Infantry Division

Bronze Star / Purple Heart Recipient

Riding in Honor of:

Captain Roy Krug - United States Air Force – Retired                   

Captain Michael Krug - United States Army  …..And all who have served