Honor Mission
Coleman F. “Arkie” Pierce, Veteran
USA – Vietnam
Pocahontas, Arkansas – 05-11-21
Pocahontas, Arkansas – 05-11-21
ABOUT THE MISSION:
WWII Veteran PFC Coleman F. Pierce, 94, served as a cook in the US Army from 15 May 1945 to 11 May 1946. He was awarded the WWII Victory Medal, Asian Pacific Theater, and Sharpshooter Rifle Badge. Mr. Pierce was born February 14, 1927 in Pitman and passed away on May 5, 21. After service he worked on the farm a few years, then spent a career with Barber-Colman in Illinois. Upon retirement he moved back to Arkansas for the hunting and fishing. He was preceded in death by a son, daughter and two sisters. He is survived by his wife of 73 years, one daughter, one son, five grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandson, and numerous other relatives and friends.
Obituary [1]
PRIMARY STAGING DETAILS: 05-11-21
Staging Time: 10:00 AM
McNabb Funeral Home
2129 N Park St
Pocahontas, Arkansas 72455
Pocahontas, Arkansas 72455
Map [2]
Ride Captain:
Joe “Magic” Maglie
501-416-1178
Rockdj69@yahoo.com
Special Instructions:
Stage: 10:00 am.
Briefing 10:15.
Flag Line: 10:30 – 11:00 am Service.
Respect Line after Service.
Escort to Ingram Cemetery, Hwy 166 N, Supply, AR 72444. About 15 miles. Map [3]
Flag line at graveside service. Military Honors and PGR plaque presentation.
Cages welcome!
Flags & Water:
Flags will be provided
If you have large bike flags, please bring them.
Water WILL NOT be provided, please bring your own.
Flags will be provided
If you have large bike flags, please bring them.
Water WILL NOT be provided, please bring your own.
Submitted By: Joe Maglie
Position: Moderator/Arkansas Ride Captain
Position: Moderator/Arkansas Ride Captain
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17 Comments To "Coleman F. “Arkie” Pierce"
#1 Comment By Joe Maglie On May 9, 2021 @ 10:44 pm
My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Arkie. May the peaceful moments and cherished memories bring you renewed strength in the days to come. Thank you for your service to our Country, and your dedication to protecting the freedoms we all enjoy. Rest in Peace.
Joe “Magic” Maglie, TSgt, USAF (Ret)
PGR National Staff
AR Ride Captain
#2 Comment By Freddie Hare On May 9, 2021 @ 11:05 pm
Thank you for your service and condolences to the family in this difficult time
#3 Comment By Roger Vander Lugt On May 9, 2021 @ 11:13 pm
My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Coleman F. Pierce. May God keep you in His loving arms and give you His peace during this time.
PFC Pierce, thank you for your service. You are an American hero of our greatest generation. You will not be forgotten.
Roger “Butterball” Vander Lugt
USAF/Arkansas Air National Guard
PGR Member Since May, 2013
#4 Comment By Gena Mason On May 9, 2021 @ 11:17 pm
We are so sorry for your loss. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May God grant you peace and comfort. Rest in peace Coleman F. “Arkie” Pierce .
Sincerely,
Darrell and Gena Mason, US Army Veteran
#5 Comment By Rick Schrunk On May 9, 2021 @ 11:24 pm
Please accept our heartfelt condolences for the family and friends of Coleman “Arkie” Pierce, Greatest Generation Hero. Many Thanks for his service to our country and for helping to ensure our freedoms. Our prayers are with you. May he rest in peace. Well done, Sir!
Rick & Ashley Schrunk
AR State Captain
USAF Veteran
#6 Comment By Donna Chu On May 10, 2021 @ 7:44 am
My sincere condolences to the family and friends of this Patriot. MaybGod grant you His peace and comfort at this difficult time and in the days to come.
Rest In Peace, Sir!
#7 Comment By Harold J Robinson On May 10, 2021 @ 9:06 am
It is with the deepest respect that I wish to extend my condolences to the family and friends of this hero. He has shown himself to be a true American for serving this great country of ours. He can now RIP at our Lords side.
Harold Robinson
SFC, U.S. Army, (Ret.)
#8 Comment By Randall Crownover On May 10, 2021 @ 10:07 am
Please accept my sincere condolences to you and your family on the loss of your loved one. May God wrap His arms of healing, strength, and grace about you.
#9 Comment By Tim Estes On May 10, 2021 @ 10:26 am
I hope the family of Coleman Pierce will accept my heartfelt condolences. I will be praying for your help during this difficult time. Look to God. He can help.
Thank you PFC Coleman F. Pierce for your service to OUR country.
#10 Comment By Jeanette Norton On May 10, 2021 @ 7:07 pm
Sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family during this difficult time.
#11 Comment By Brent Hill On May 10, 2021 @ 7:11 pm
To the family of WWII Veteran PFC Coleman F. Pierce, you have our deepest condolences and your in our prayers.
#12 Comment By jim ingram On May 10, 2021 @ 7:12 pm
My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Coleman Pierce. Thank you sir for your service.
Jim Ingram
MSgt USAF Ret.
PGR
#13 Comment By Jimmy Holloway On May 10, 2021 @ 7:30 pm
My condolences to the family and friends of PFC Coleman F. Pierce a true American Hero. May God Bless you and keep you in his arms.
Jim ” Bishop ” Holloway
Tammy ” Spirit led ” Holloway
#14 Comment By Timothy Nagy On May 10, 2021 @ 9:40 pm
My sincere condolences to your family and friends. May the Lord comfort you during this difficult time.
#15 Comment By Ken McSpadden On May 10, 2021 @ 9:46 pm
Michelle and I wish to pass on our sincere condolences to the family and friends of this American Hero. We would like to thank this Hero for your service and sacrifice in the protection of our freedom. You will not be forgotten. We pray you rest in peace.
#16 Comment By Robert Pitts On May 10, 2021 @ 10:06 pm
My sympathy and so sorry for your loss. Thank you for your service.
#17 Comment By Oliver (O.J.) Miles On May 11, 2021 @ 10:54 am
Sincere condolences to your family and friends, and we thank him for his service to our country.