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Updated 07 May 08 at 2108 EDT by Cagerbob
This is the Final Mission Plan!
SFC Lawrence D. "Dave" Ezell, 30, of Fountain, CO gave his all during combat operations as a result of wounds suffered due to an IED in Baghdad on 30 April, 2008. He is to be buried in the hallowed grounds of Arlington National Cemetery (ANC) on Monday, 12 May, 2008, following visitation at Murphy's Funeral Home on Sunday 11 May, 2008.
PGR has been invited to attend, and is grateful for the opportunity to Honor this Hero and his family. We will mount an Honor Flag Line during private family and public visitations, and will escort the Hero from the funeral home to ANC and stand in Honor at graveside.
Mission Plan - Sunday, 11 May:
Stage: 1245 hrs Murphy's Funeral Home, 4510 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, Va 22203 Flag Line: 1300 hrs Private family visitation 1300-1400 hrs, General visitation 1400-1600 hrs.
Ride Captain: 11 May: Randy "Viper" Sanders (703) 217-7182 cell
Large hand-held flags desired for Honor Flag line
Mission Plan - Monday, 12 May:
Stage: 0830 hrs Murphy's Funeral Home, 4510 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, Va 22203 Honors: 0845 hrs Preparation to transport - Honor Line Escort: 0900 hrs Funeral Home to ANC Admin Bldg Honors: 1000 hrs Graveside - time approximate
Ride Captain: 12 May: Dave "SilverBack" Slone 301-758-5608 cell
Iron Horses preferred, cages welcome, as always. Mounted large flags desired for escort. (furl upon parking at ANC) Large hand-held flags not used inside ANC. No military mandated ID / equipment required for this mission.
Remember, we are here to stand tall, silent and proud to honor this Hero and his family. If you cannot join us, set aside a moment at the appointed hour to reflect on our loss of another brave son.
For added PGR - ANC information: Special ANC Considerations: Flags, etc and PGR-ANC Information / Maps / Etc
David "SilverBack" Slone Ride Captain, Sr. Ride Captain Arlington National Cemetery Cell: 301-758-5608 Home: (434) 990-1799 david.slone@pobox.com 163 Hickory Lane, Barboursville, VA 22923 *****************************************************************************
SFC Lawrence D. Ezell, 30, of Fountain, CO gave his all during combat operations as a result of wounds suffered due to an IED in Baghdad on 30 April, 2008.
"Dave" is to be buried in the hallowed grounds of Arlington National Cemetery (ANC) on 12 May, 2008.
PGR is in the process of ascertaining the family's wishes regarding our participation at those services.
David "SilverBack" Slone Ride Captain, Sr. Ride Captain Arlington National Cemetery Cell: 301-758-5608 Home: (434) 990-1799 david.slone@pobox.com 163 Hickory Lane, Barboursville, VA 22923
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