Benjamin Miranda

Honor Mission

Benjamin Miranda

USA – WWII
Glendale, Arizona – 04-05-21

Benjamin Miranda was a United States Army veteran. He proudly served his country in the US Army from 1943 to 1945. Benjamin’s MOS (Military Occupation Specialty) was 345 Truck Driver. Benjamin served 1 year,10 months,4 days in overseas service and was part of the Rhineland campaign along with others in the European theater. His last duty was with the 2224 Quartermaster Company. Private First Class Benjamin Miranda was released from active duty and honorable discharged in November 1945. While in the service of his country Benjamin earned the European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign Medal w/2 bronze service stars.   It is our honor to stand in silent reverence as we show respect and gratitude to this hero for his sacrifices made for this nation.

New Beginnings Assembly of God

5121 W Ocotillo Rd
Glendale, Arizona 85301

Jeff “Doc “Johnson    602-980-5543    docjohnson209@gmail.com

Lead Road Guard: Doug “Skully “Pierson

10:30 AM: Mission briefing

10:45 AM: Circle of Honor

11:15 PM: KSU to National

12:00 PM: Military honors

Phoenix Memorial Park & Mortuary

200 W Beardsley Rd
Phoenix, Arizona 85027

Jeff “Doc “Johnson   602-980-5543   docjohnson209@gmail.com

Flag Captain: Gary O.

11:50 AM: Set the flag line

12:00 PM: Military honors

Although all prior Statewide mandates have been lifted at staging locations, we must still adhere to the following:. All members are required to carry a face mask/ cloth covering at all times during the mission. There are still partners (funeral homes, cemeteries, churches) that require masks to be worn. There are no exceptions.. If you feel ill or have a temperature, please stay home until you improve.. If, in the past week, you have tested positive for COVID-19, or you have been in contact with someone who has tested positive for COVID-19 in the past week, immediately contact the State Captain or an Assistant State Captain.. Continue practicing social distancing while standing the flag line and at the support vehicle. Maintain at least 15 feet separation from all family members, cemetery personnel, Honor Guard, funeral home staff, clergy, etc.. Wash your hands before, during (as practical), and after missions.. Water will be provided by the flag support person and passed out only by that person. No snacks will be provided by flag support and members should not bring any to share either.