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Patriots, we have been requested by the Family of BMC Robert “Bob” Stewart Cornwell, USN Retired, to Stand with Honor at his Ceremony of Life. Chief Cornwell served our Country faithfully for over 20 years from 1952 to 1972, including a tour in Vietnam. His medals include: Bronze Star, 5 Good Conduct Awards, 2 National Defense Medals, Armed Forces Service, Viet Nam Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, and Vietnam Cross of Gallantry W/Palm. After retirement, Chief Cornwell went to work for Norfolk Naval Shipyard where he retired after 20 years. After his Service he was diagnosed with symptoms from Agent Orange and succumbed to cancer.
Chief Cornwell is survived by his wife, 2 children, 8 grandchildren, and 13 great-grandchildren.
Place: All PGR members wishing to attend, stage at Holloman Brown, 8464 Tidewater Dr. Norfolk, VA
This will be a Flag Line Only Mission. Approximate duration 3 hours.
Time: Saturday May 21st
Stage – NLT 1200
Brief – 1210
We will establish a Flag Line to receive the Family at 1230. Visitation is from 1:00 PM (1300) till 2:00 PM (1400). Memorial Service 2:00 PM (1400) to approximately 3:00 PM (1500).
There will no Military Honors due to interment being planned for Arlington National Cemetery.
Ride Captain: Tim Mitchell 757-408-1221 tim.mitchell3@verizon.net
Co-Ride Captain: Open to all RCs
RICE: George Richardson
Weather Forecast: Please watch the weather forecast as the mission date approaches and dress accordingly.
SPECIAL NOTE: Safety is of our utmost priority. Every effort possible is made in planning and executing the PGR MISSION Statement in a manner that minimizes the inherit dangers of riding a motorcycle, including riding in groups of all sizes and any situation. While the PGR and its riders have a remarkable safety record in the execution of our missions, infrequently members have been injured in unforeseen accidents. In an effort to mitigate the risk of preventable accidents, all attendees who wish to ride in a Patriot Guard motorcycle escort or Honor Mission are asked to attend the pre-mission briefing. It will include a safety briefing and any unique ride information known to our Ride Captain(s) that may be specific to the mission. Member safety and well- being is always a principal ongoing concern. Our Ride Captains are asked to stand down from any mission that cannot be accomplished in relative safety or unreasonable risk. This includes both rides and flag lines in inclement weather and other conditions. It remains each individual PGR member’s responsibility to ride within their own comfort zone and be cognizant of their surroundings and skill limitations as well as any physical needs or limitations. If the ride and/or mission conditions present challenges beyond your skill, comfort, or needs, you are expected to exercise good judgment in foregoing any planned participation.