//UPDATE// Honor Mission
Jack J. Mehl, Veteran
USN – WWII
Sarasota, Florida 08-26-19
Sarasota, Florida 08-26-19
ABOUT THE MISSION:
The family of Jack J. Mehl has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to escort them from their home, and then stand a flag line at Sarasota National Cemetery where they will be laying him to rest. HA2 Mehl served in the U.S. Navy aboard the Aircraft Carrier USS Antietam.
He served from 1945 – 1947 in WWII, and upon completion of service received an Honorable Discharge. He received the World War II Victory Medal. After the Navy, he was a microbiologist and head of Research and Development with Becton Dickinson before retiring. This hero served our great nation and us, and it is our turn to stand for him.
Please bring your 3×5 American flags and stand for this hero.
PRIMARY STAGING DETAILS: 08-26-19
Staging Time: 8:45 AM
We will stage at the Publix Parking lot
5470 45th street East
Bradenton Fl. 34203
8:45 AM – Stage
8:55 AM – KSU
We will proceed to the residence and then escort the family from there to Sarasota National Cemetery.
Ride Captain:
Henry ( Chief 09 ) Hyde
hhydetkd@gmail.com
727-798-0220
Staging #2:
Sarasota National Cemetery
9810 SR 72
Sarasota, Florida 34241
Special Instructions:
10:00 AM – Stage
10:15 AM – Brief
10:30 AM – Service
Flag Line as determined by R/C
Ride Captain:
Henry ( Chief 09 ) Hyde
hhydetkd@gmail.com
727-798-0220
Flags & Water:
Flags will not be provided.
Large Bike Flags will NOT be needed.
Water WILL NOT be provided, please bring your own.
Flags will not be provided.
Large Bike Flags will NOT be needed.
Water WILL NOT be provided, please bring your own.
Submitted By: Henry Hyde
Position: Florida Assistant State Captain
Position: Florida Assistant State Captain
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11 Comments To "Jack J Mehl"
#1 Comment By Roger J Shoemaker On August 19, 2019 @ 12:12 pm
My wife and I wish to extend our deepest sympathy for the loss of Your Hero.
Rest in Peace, You will Not be Forgotten.
#2 Comment By Ron ‘Skyking’ Whitmore On August 19, 2019 @ 12:17 pm
Condolences to the family and friends of this American hero. Rest in Peace and thank you for your service to our country. You stood for us and now we, the Patriot Guard Riders, stand for you!
#3 Comment By mcpojjb On August 19, 2019 @ 12:26 pm
My sincere condolences to the Family and Friends of this Hero. May He Rest in Peace.
JJ Bishop, PGR
SGT (Ret.), Henrico County Police, Virginia
MCPO (Ret.), USCGR
Hudson, FL
#4 Comment By George Fazio On August 19, 2019 @ 1:15 pm
Rest In Peace Hero of the Greatest Generation. A grateful nation thanks you for your service and sacrifice. You are not forgotten.
Standing for those who stood for us.
#5 Comment By Thomas Silvernail On August 19, 2019 @ 4:02 pm
Please accept my condolences on your loss. May my prayers help to ease your pain during these trying times. Rest In Peace and Honor Brother. Lest We Forget!
U.S. Air Force and U.S. Army Veteran
Standing in Memory of,
My Father, Harold A. Silvernail U.S. Army
My Step-Father, Edwin D. Alexander U.S. Army
My Uncle, Raymond Alexander U.S. Army
My Uncle, John H. Alexander U.S. Army
My Uncle, David J. Alexander U.S. Navy
Standing in Honor of,
My Brother, David J. Alexander U.S. Air Force
My Daughter, Jillian A. Silvernail U.S. Air Force
My Daughter, Kirsten M. Silvernail Kennedy U.S. Air Force
My Son-In-Law, Jayson E. Kennedy U.S. Army
My Uncle, Stewart F. Silvernail U.S. Army
#6 Comment By Robert Collet Jr. On August 19, 2019 @ 9:25 pm
Prayers for the family during this trying time. America has lost someone who made a difference. May he rest in Honored peace among heroes.
Robert J “Buffalo Bob” Collet Jr
Rode Capt. Fl PGR
Riding in memory of Robert J. Collet Sgt. USA WW II
#7 Comment By Jim On August 20, 2019 @ 10:45 pm
Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Jack Mehl. May the peaceful moments and cherished memories bring you renewed strength in the days to come. Your faith will keep you strong during this time of sorrow. Hero, you may stand down, we have the watch.
Jim & Diana Robers
US Navy 1961-1981
US Merchant Marine 1985-2007
Standing in memory of
Howard Robers, Father, US Army WWII
Elmer Robers, Uncle, US Army WWII
Harry Fleming, Uncle, US Army WWII
#8 Comment By Billboy On August 21, 2019 @ 5:37 am
My Condolences go out to family and friends of US Navy Veteran, Jack J. Mehl may you rest in peace and God be with you, Thank you for your service.
#9 Comment By jkamen On August 21, 2019 @ 12:36 pm
On behalf of the family I would like to thank my brothers and sisters for their support.
Jack, you will be missed and your service to our country will never be forgotten. Rest in peace knowing this.
#10 Comment By Henry D Hyde On August 23, 2019 @ 1:14 pm
My sincere condolences to the Family and friends. RIP hero , thank you for your service.
#11 Comment By Doyle Schwab On August 23, 2019 @ 8:25 pm
Rest In Peace Hero.