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Honor Mission

Richard James Diamontopoulos, Retired

USAF – Vietnam
Biloxi, Mississippi – 07-30-19

ABOUT THE MISSION:

We are sad to report the death of US Air Force retired SMSgt Richard James Diamantopoulos (82). Mr Diamontopoulos served in Vietnam. SMSgt Diamontopoulos’s awards include the NCO Professional Military Education Ribbon, Army Good Conduct Medal w/ 2 OLC, Vietnam Service Medal, AF Longevity Service Award w/ 5 OLC, AF Outstanding Unit Award w/ 2 OLC, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal, AF Good Conduct Medal w/ 5 OLC, Airman Medal, AF Commendation Medal w/ 1 OLC. The family of Mr. Diamontopoulos has requested the Patriot Guard Riders help honor and pay respect for his service to our great country.

PRIMARY STAGING DETAILS: 07-30-19
Staging Time: 10:15 AM

Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church

2090 Pass Rd
Biloxi, Mississippi

Ride Captain:

Bob Harwood

228-243-5446

Special Instructions:

Flag line during the visitation from 10:30 a.m – 12:00 p.m.

Escort following service to Biloxi National Cemetery for a 1:30 p.m. committal service where we will provide a flag line.

Flags & Water:
Flags will be provided
If you have large bike flags, please bring them.
Water WILL NOT be provided, please bring your own.

Submitted By: Robert Harwood
Position: Mississippi Ride Captain

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