Honor Mission
Andrew D. LaTour, Veteran
ANG, ARNG – WoT
Hazelwood, Missouri – 06-20-19
Hazelwood, Missouri – 06-20-19
ABOUT THE MISSION:
The Patriot Guard Riders have been invited to honor a revered member of the United States Military. The family of Andrew D. LaTour has invited us to stand a flag line of honor and respect. We will then join the family procession of their loved one to his final resting place in the hallowed grounds of Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery for his final military honors. Hero LaTour served in both the United States Air National Guard and Army National Guard. He earned the rank of E5 and was a Fire Protection Specialist with the Air National Guard and a Chemical Ops Specialist with the Army National Guard. SGT LaTour was awarded the Bronze Star Medal, Afghanistan Campaign Medal with Campaign Star, National Defense Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, NATO Medal, and Armed Forces Reserve Medal with M Device, the Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon, Air Force Training Ribbon, and the Combat Action Badge. Thank you, Mr. LaTour, from a grateful Nation. Your faithful dedication to serve the United States of America is deeply appreciated, and will never be forgotten.
PRIMARY STAGING DETAILS: 06-20-19
Staging Time: 8:30 am
Archway Memorial Chapel
111 Taylor Road
Hazelwood, Missouri 63042
Hazelwood, Missouri 63042
Ride Captain:
Joseph “Mustang” Bilodeau
joseph1918@aol.com
(636) 577-4767
Special Instructions:
Stage/Mission Brief: 8:30 am.
Flag Line: 8:45 am to 9:15 am. We will join the family procession to Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery for a 10:00 am slot. Weather forecast is mainly cloudy with a high of 82F. 50% chance of rain. Dress appropriately. Flags/support: Mike “Jenkie” Jenkins. Cages are always welcome. Remember to hydrate.
Flags & Water:
Flags will be provided
If you have large bike flags, please bring them.
Water will be provided.
Flags will be provided
If you have large bike flags, please bring them.
Water will be provided.
Submitted By: Joseph Bilodeau
Position: Missouri Ride Captain
Position: Missouri Ride Captain
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10 Comments To "Andrew D. LaTour"
#1 Comment By Neil Hill On June 17, 2019 @ 5:35 pm
From my family to yours… I pray your family and friends will find peace, during this time of sorrow in the loss of this ANG/ARNG veteran. Our nation is grateful for your honorable service. Your service and sacrifice to our country should never be forgotten. We now stand for you as you once stood for us.
Neil Hill “Nitehawk”
USAF 1974-1978
Riding in memory of…
James “Bud” Hill, US Army… Brother
SFC Mark Schroeder, US Army (RET)… PGR Brother & Ride Captain
#2 Comment By Joseph Bilodeau On June 17, 2019 @ 9:11 pm
My wife and I offer our deepest condolences to the family of an American Hero. His service and sacrifice to our country to preserve our freedom is not and will not be forgotten. I wish him Fair Winds and Following Seas. Your mission here is completed. Rest in peace, we have the watch!
Joseph “Mustang” Bilodeau
LCDR USN (Ret)
#3 Comment By John Faul On June 17, 2019 @ 10:44 pm
I would like to offer my sincere condolences and prayers for your lost. May the peaceful moments and cherished memories bring you renewed strength. In the difficult days ahead do not let your heart be troubled your faith will keep you strong.
#4 Comment By iceber58 On June 17, 2019 @ 11:34 pm
My wife and I wish to extend our condolences on your loss.
We stand with feet planted firmly on rich soil knowing what freedom is. Because of our veterans, I am free to honor God and country without persecution. Where there is injustice, I am free to fight. Where there is silence, I am free to speak. Where there is hate, I am free to love.
Your love one’s watch is over, may they rest peacefully in the arms of God.
Bruce Berg, ISC, USN (Ret)
#5 Comment By bobbybreuer On June 17, 2019 @ 11:40 pm
I am so sorry for the loss of your Loved one . I pray God will strengthen , comfort and bless you all as you go through this time of sorrow.
I am thankful for Mr. LaTour’s service and sacrifice to our country in the US Air National Guard / Army National Guard during the GWOT . He is “Fallen Never Forgotten ” . May he Rest In Peace .
Bobby
USAF 67-71
In memory : of those on ” The Wall ”
All POW – MIA ‘s
In honor of all : Still suffering physically and emotionally
All veterans
#6 Comment By Billboy On June 18, 2019 @ 6:21 am
My Condolences go out to family and friends of ANG/ARNG WoT Veteran, Andrew D. LaTour may you rest in peace and God be with you, Thank you for your service.
#7 Comment By bobsmith On June 18, 2019 @ 7:17 am
When we lose a loved one one here on earth, we gain an angel in heaven that watches over us.
Our most sincere condolences to you.
#8 Comment By GrampyBob On June 18, 2019 @ 7:38 am
My condolences for the loss of your loved one. Be Proud of your loved one for their service and sacrifices they have made to preserve our Country’s Freedom. I stand with my fellow Patriot Guard Riders as we Honor this Warrior. Stand down and rest in eternal peace, your mission is complete.
Live Simply, Love Generously, Care Deeply, Speak Kindly, Leave the rest to God.
Bob”GrampyBob”Griffith
USASA M.P. Cpl 59-62 Retired Lt. LEO.
Ride Captain Patriot Guard
Montgomery City, Mo.
Riding In Memory of My Wife Judy Griffith 5/20/2019
Patriot Guard Rider
Riding in Honor of my Son:
Mark D. Griffith U.S. Navy Veteran
Riding in Memory of my Uncles:
Mural Griffith U.S. Navy WW ll
Orville Griffith U.S. Army WW ll
Sterling Griffith U,S, Army WW ll
Riding in Memory of PGR Brother/Ride Captain
Sfc. Mark Schroeder USANG {Ret} 3/28/16
#9 Comment By Robert W. White On June 18, 2019 @ 9:08 am
My wife and I wish to extend our sincere condolences to the family and friends of this true American Hero, US Air National Guard – US Army National Guard Veteran, Sergeant Andrew D. LaTour. We thank you for your service to a grateful nation, may your family find peace in knowing you served proudly and comfort in the months to come. May you rest in peace for your mission is now complete. I salute you.
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Robert “Bob” White
USA (Ret) 1SG
Vietnam Era
Jul 72 – Aug 94
Ofallon, MO
Riding in Memory of:
F.C. White, Sr, Tec 5 USA, WWII (Father)
G.A. Thompson, Pvt, USA, WWI (Grandpa)
D.A. Thompson, MCPO, USN (Ret), Korea (Uncle)
G.A. Thompson, Sgt, USMC, Korea (Uncle)
L. Norris, Msgt, USAF (Ret), Vietnam (Uncle)
Riding in Honor of:
F.C. White, Jr, Ssgt USAF, Vietnam (Brother)
F.C. White, III, Pfc, ARNG (Nephew)
D.B. White, PO2, USN, Vietnam Era (Twin)
#10 Comment By Ricky Moceri On June 18, 2019 @ 9:18 pm
I pray for comfort and spiritual healing for the family of a true American Hero. His service and sacrifice to preserve our freedoms will never be forgotten and for this I am thankful.
‘He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.”
Revelation 21:4
Ricky Moceri
State Chaplain
Patriot Guard Riders
Missouri