Rodney “El-Rod” Hale

I would like to offer my sincere condolences and prayers for the loss of our true patriot El-Rod. May the peaceful moments and cherished memories bring all El-Rod’s family and friends renewed strength in the difficult days ahead and do not let your heart be troubled your faith will keep you strong. RIP El-Rod hope to see you on the other side.

My wife and I offer our most sincere condolences and prayers for the family and friends, Rodney “El-Rod Hale. El-Rod was one of the most sincere, funny, and devoted people I knew. The Patriot Guard will miss him dearly.
He loved life, and and he Loved people. He was infectious with his laughter and his antics. He was most caring and looked out for everyone. I will miss you my dear friend, my Brother.
Thank You for your dedicated service to our country. We owe our freedom and way of life to Heroes like You Sir, Stand Down, you have completed your tour of duty, May you have Fair Winds and Following Seas at your next duty station in Heaven.

STG2 Jerry “Zipper “Craft US Navy 1978-1992
Riding for:
AT2 AW Jeremy S. Craft U.S. Navy -AD-Yokosuka Japan
MM3 Michael J. Brown U. S. Navy –AD- U.S.A.
Michael E. Brown U,S, Air Force
Jerry Leonard Craft Sr. U.S. Navy
Billy Wayne Craft USAF
Mark Comporato USA
Mark Schroeder-
-U.S. Air Force U.S, Army
-USA/USAR (Ret) – PGR Brother. -Last PGR Mission 03-28-2016
Rodney “El-Rod” Hale USMC

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)

My wife and I wish to extend our sincere condolences to the family and friends of this true American Hero, United States Marine Corps Veteran, fellow Patriot Guard member, Sergeant Rodney “El Rod” Hale. We thank you for your service to a grateful nation, may your family find peace in knowing you served proudly and comfort in the months to come. It was such an honor to meet and ride with El Rod. May you rest in peace for your mission is now complete. I salute you.

Robert “Bob” White
USA (Ret) 1SG
Vietnam Era
Jul 72 – Aug 94
Ofallon, MO

Riding in Memory of:
F.C. White, Sr, Tec 5 USA, WWII (Father)
G.A. Thompson, Pvt, USA, WWI (Grandpa)
D.A. Thompson, MCPO, USN (Ret), Korea (Uncle)
G.A. Thompson, Sgt, USMC, Korea (Uncle)
L. Norris, Msgt, USAF (Ret), Vietnam (Uncle)

Riding in Honor of:
F.C. White, Jr, Ssgt USAF, Vietnam (Brother)
F.C. White, III, Pfc, ARNG (Nephew)
D.B. White, PO2, USN, Vietnam Era (Twin

My wife and I offer our deepest condolences to the family of a true American Hero. His service and sacrifice to our country to preserve our freedom is not and will not be forgotten. His infectious laugh, and heart of gold are like no other. His character and devotion to others made him family to anyone he came in contact with. He was a true friend and brother. I wish him Fair Winds and Following Seas. Your mission here is completed. Rest in peace Marine, we have the watch!

Joseph “Mustang” Bilodeau
LCDR USN (Ret)

It is with deepest condolences to all of El-Rod’s family and friends for their loss. Thankful for his service to his country, and community. May he Rest In Peace. Thoughts and prayers of comfort to all his family and friends.

Ron-Jan Watts
TenMile/Macon
Blue Star Parents
Military Family

I pray for comfort and spiritual healing for the family of our Brother El Rod. His service and sacrifice to preserve our freedoms will never be forgotten and for this I am thankful. We will meet again my Brother.
‘He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.”
Revelation 21:4

Ricky Moceri
State Chaplain
Patriot Guard Riders
Missouri

My Condolences go out to family and friends of USMC Vietnam Veteran, Rodney “El Rod” Hale PGR Brother may you rest in peace and God be with you, Thank you for your service.

From my family to yours…We pray a special prayer for you, your family, and friends during this time of sorrow in the loss of your Father, Rodney “El Rod” Hale. El Rod was always able to walk into a room of strangers and walk away with a room of smiling friends. No words at this time will make the hurt any less, but we pray God will place a comforting hand upon your shoulder to let you know we are all here for you.
A proud US Marine and Patriot Guard brother, his service and sacrifice to our country and its veterans will never be forgotten. A grateful nation and a “Band of Brothers” grieves with you in your loss. We now stand for him as he always stood with us

Neil Hill “Nitehawk”
USAF 1974-1978

Riding in memory of…
James “Bud” Hill, US Army… Brother
SFC Mark Schroeder, US Army (RET)… PGR Brother & Ride Captain
Rodney “El Rod” Hale, USMC… PGR Brother

I was stunned and saddened when I saw this mission notice….El Rod was always smiling, always ready to help and always there to support the cause. Thank you for your dedication

I’ll miss you at missions, and I ache for your family who will miss you greatly. You were a dedicated Patriot Guard Rider and a really awesome person. I’m glad I got to meet you and ride with you.

Vaya con Dios, dear brother. You will be missed on the Flag Line.

I am so sorry for the loss of ” El Rod ” .I pray God will Comfort , strengthen and Bless you all as you go through this very difficult time . He was a one of a kind and amazing guy , one who made everyone he met feel special . He will be greatly missed by all who knew him .

I am thankful for his service in the US Marine Corps during the Vietnam War and as a brother in the PGR honoring ” Fallen Brothers ” . May he Rest In Peace .

Bobby
USAF 67 – 71

My condolences for the loss of your loved one.El Rod was a SPECIAL MAN. He was on my crew working at the Harley Dealership and he and Ruby went on Many Missions and Fun rides together, Be Proud of E L Rod your loved one for his service and sacrifices he has made to preserve our Country’s Freedom. I stand with my fellow Patriot Guard Riders as we Honor Rodney “El Rod” Hale a Marine, and Great Friend.. 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