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Honor Mission
William “Phil” Filmore McGuire, Jr., Veteran
USAF – WWII
Macon, Mississippi – 05-05-19
Macon, Mississippi – 05-05-19
ABOUT THE MISSION:
We are sad to report the death of SSgt William “Phil” Filmore McGuire, Jr. (95) of Macon, MS. The family has requested the Patriot Guard Riders help honor this distinguished Veteran by standing a silent flag line during Visitation. It will be our honor to do so. SSgt McGuire served with honor and distinction in the U.S. Air Force in WWII as a Ball Turret Gunner in a B17 Flying Fortress in the 8th Air Force. His time included service in Southern France, Normandy, Rhineland and Air Offensive Europe. In recognition of this service, he was awarded three Bronze Clusters, four Battle Stars, and the Distinguished Flying Cross.
PRIMARY STAGING DETAILS: 05-05-19
Staging Time: 2:30 PM
Cockrell Funeral Home
3478 Jefferson St
Macon, Mississippi
Macon, Mississippi
Ride Captain:
Greg Underwood
662-436-6409
Special Instructions:
VISITATION: 3:00-5:00 PM
STAGING: 2:30 PM
The PGR will provide a silent flag line during Visitation.
In accordance with Phil’s wishes, he will be buried in a private, family service, so no PGR escort is needed.
Flags & Water:
Flags will be provided
Large Bike Flags will NOT be needed.
Water WILL NOT be provided, please bring your own.
Flags will be provided
Large Bike Flags will NOT be needed.
Water WILL NOT be provided, please bring your own.
Submitted By: Greg Underwood
Position: Mississippi Assistant State Captain
Position: Mississippi Assistant State Captain
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My sincere condolences to the Family and Friends of William “Phil” Filmore McGuire, Jr. Rest in Peace, Hero.
JJ Bishop
Hudson, FL