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Honor Mission

William Pittman, Veteran

USA – Vietnam
MULTI-CITY, Tennessee – 09-13-19

ABOUT THE MISSION:

The family of William Pittman, 79, US Army Vietnam, of Dunlap, TN has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to honor their loved one with a flagline and escort to his final place of rest. It WILL be our honor to do so. Mr. Pittman served his country during the Vietnam War as a helicopter pilot. One of his most memorable missions was flying into heavy enemy territory carrying more troops on 3 different occasions to where his helicopter was hit more than 180 times, and no one was killed. For this he earned the Distinguished Flying Cross. He was awarded 2 Bronze Stars and other medals during his time in the service. Mr. Pittman stood for us and now it is our time to stand for him.

PRIMARY STAGING DETAILS: 09-13-19
Staging Time: 09:30 AM

Ewton Funeral Home 6936 Hwy 28
Dunlap, Tennessee 37327

Ride Captain:

Jim Dvorak

423-883-2212

Special Instructions:

Visitation will be from 10:00-11:30 CDT.

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

STAGING #2 DETAILS: 09-13-19
Staging Time: 2:00 PM

Chattanooga National Cemetery

1200 Bailey Ave
Chattanooga, Tennessee 37404

Ride Captain:

Jim Dvorak

423-883-2212

Special Instructions:

Graveside is 2:30 pm.

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: Thonda Farmer
Position: Tennessee Assistant State Captain

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