Honor Mission
Lawrence Darrell Jones, Veteran
USAF – Korea
Springfield, Missouri – 07-26-19
Springfield, Missouri – 07-26-19
ABOUT THE MISSION:
The family and loved ones of Airman First Class Lawrence Darrell Jones has honored the Patriot Guard Riders with a request for an escort to his final resting place at the Missouri Veteran’s Cemetery, Springfield where full military honors will be rendered. Hero Jones was born 7 Oct 28 and passed away on 20 Jul 19 at the age of 90. He graduated from high school in 1946 and joined the Air Force in Jan 1951. He served as an interpreter while serving for 3 years and 10 months. He was awarded the National Defense Service Medal and the Good Conduct Medal. After his service time, hero Jones worked at the Sweetheart Cup Company in Springfield until his retirement in the 90’s. He liked to fish and bowl and was an avid knife and antique collector. Hero Jones is survived by his wife, two children and several grandchildren.
PRIMARY STAGING DETAILS: 07-26-19
Staging Time: 11:45 AM
Walnut Lawn Funeral Home
2001 W. Walnut Lawn St.
Springfield, Missouri
Springfield, Missouri
Ride Captain:
Rick Starkey
417-533-4845
Special Instructions:
STAGE: 11:45 am
BRIEF: 12:00pm
ESCORT: 12:25pm to Missouri Veterans Cemetery, 5201 S. Southwood, Springfield MO.
COMMITTAL SERVICE: 1:00 pm with full military honors.
WEATHER FORECAST: 86° 10% rain
***Cages are welcome.***
We will leave at the conclusion of Mission #1 and go to Holden Funeral Home in Sparta for the second escort back to MVC for a 3pm Committal Service.***
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: Kent McGregor
Position: Missouri Ride Captain
Position: Missouri Ride Captain
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4 Comments To "Lawrence Darrell Jones"
#1 Comment By iceber58 On July 25, 2019 @ 11:23 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)
#2 Comment By Billboy On July 26, 2019 @ 5:56 am
My Condolences go out to family and friends of USAF Korea Veteran, Lawrence Darrell Jones may you rest in peace and God be with you, Thank you for your service.
#3 Comment By GrampyBob On July 26, 2019 @ 6:23 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
Patriot Guard Rider 1/05/2010 5/20/2019
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
#4 Comment By Robert Smith On July 26, 2019 @ 7:37 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.