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United States Army Special Forces Retired
Vietnam Veteran – PGR Member
Asheville, NC
Friday 17 June 2016
We have been asked by the family of David Hawk to stand for him as he stood for us.
David served his country in the U.S. Army during Vietnam and remained in service for 20 years until his retirement in 1989. He served in the Special Forces where he attained the rank of Sergeant First Class. During his time in service, SFC Hawk earned numerous metals, awards and citations including the Bronze Star and the Purple Heart.
David was a fellow PGR member and past president of The Freedom Riders 828. He passed unexpectedly while on vacation with his family.
This will be an escort mission only on the 17th. The Ride Captain will have a briefing prior to KSU with any further details. Please fly large flags if you have them.
We will stage at Ingles in Black Mountain and escort Mr. Hawk to Asheville Area Alternative Funeral and Cremation Services.
Visitation and Funeral services TBD; watch for updates.
Friday, 17 June Escort
Stage: 1:15
Ingles in Black Mountain
550 NC, Hwy 9
Black Mountain, NC 28711
(Exit 64 off I-40, Ingles next to McDonald’s)
Asheville Area Alternative Funeral and Cremation Service
702 Riverside Dr.
Asheville NC 28801
I am Honored to serve as RCIC for this mission.
Robert “Coolbreeze” Downs
District Captain
robertdowns1242@yahoo.com
***SPECIAL NOTE: Safety is of our utmost priority. Every effort possible is made in planning and executing the PGR Mission statement in a manner that minimizes the inherit dangers of riding a motorcycle, including riding in groups of all sizes and any situation. While the NCPG and its riders have a remarkable safety record in the execution of our missions, infrequently members have been injured in unforeseen accidents. In an effort to mitigate the risk of preventable accidents, all attendees who wish to ride in a Patriot Guard mission – to include group rides and the motorcycle escorts – are asked to attend the pre-mission briefing. It will include a safety briefing, and any unique ride information known to our RCIC that may be specific to the mission. Member safety and well-being is always a principal ongoing concern, our RCIC’s are asked to stand-down from any mission that cannot be accomplished in relative safety or unreasonable risk. This includes both rides and flag lines in inclement weather and conditions. It remains each individual PGR member’s responsibility to ride within their own comfort zone and be cognizant of their surroundings and skill limitations as well as any physical needs or limitations. If the ride and/or mission conditions present challenges beyond your skill, comfort, or needs you are expected to exercise good judgment in foregoing any planned participation.