BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Patriot Guard Riders - ECPv5.6.0//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Patriot Guard Riders X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.patriotguard.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Patriot Guard Riders BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20160313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20161106T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160823T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160823T110000 DTSTAMP:20210511T191353 CREATED:20160823T130000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191201T143352Z UID:409706-1471942800-1471950000@www.patriotguard.org SUMMARY:Harland Kepple DESCRIPTION:We have been invited to stand a flag line in remembrance and honor by one of our own for her grandfather. Lori and her husband Joseph asked that we attend and show our honor and respect. Visitation is today at Menke Funeral Home in Sun City.\n\nStaging 3:00PM\nMenke Funeral Home\n1240 N 103rd Ave\nSun City\, AZ.85351\n\nBriefing: 3:15 PM \nFlagline in place: 3:30\n\nRC TBD\nSupport TBD \n Greg OB O’Brien\nState Captain\n480-286-5777 URL:https://www.patriotguard.org/mission/harland-kepple/ CATEGORIES:Archive END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160823T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160823T110000 DTSTAMP:20210511T191353 CREATED:20160823T130000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191201T154518Z UID:416116-1471942800-1471950000@www.patriotguard.org SUMMARY:HOTH DESCRIPTION:23 August 2016\nTuesday\nHOTH Mission\nSp4 John Timbes – US Army – Vietnam Vet\nSgt. William A. Blass – US Army – Korean War Vet\nCpl. James D. Calhoun – US Army – Korean War Vet\nCpl. Paul E. Stringfellow – US Air Force – Korean War Vet\nAlabama State Veterans Memorial Cemetery\nSpanish Fort\, Alabama\n\n\n\nDear Riders\, \nA Special Memorial Wall Ceremony is planned for the above named veterans. These veterans married four sisters and all veterans have received Military Honors and are buried in separate cemeteries without military headstones. That being the case\, these gentlemen qualify for plaques to be placed on the Memorial Wall at the Alabama State Veterans Memorial Cemetery. \nIt shall be our honor to stand a Silent Flag Line around the Memorial Wall as these plaques are presented to the wives (all sisters) of these veterans at 1000 hours. \nBaldwin County Staging:\nLocation: Old Dollar General Parking lot (Intersection of Hwy 31 & Hwy 225)\nTime: 0900 hrs.\nBriefing: 0915 hrs.\nKSU: 0930 hrs.\nRCIC: Brother Richard Ullo\, HOTH Captain – (251) 459-9470\nFlags: Committal Shelter URL:https://www.patriotguard.org/mission/hoth-1351/ CATEGORIES:Archive END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160823T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160823T110000 DTSTAMP:20210511T191353 CREATED:20160823T130000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191201T143416Z UID:409742-1471942800-1471950000@www.patriotguard.org SUMMARY:Jennifer Metzler\, 35\, USN Veteran DESCRIPTION:Jennifer Metzler\nUS Navy Veteran\nHollister\, CA\nAugust 23rd 2016\n\n\n\nThe Patriot Guard Riders have been requested to help Escort Jennifer Metzler to her final resting place. Jennifer L. Metzler passed away in Gustine\, CA at the age of 35. \nJen leaves behind not only Robert\, but 2 beautiful boys. She and Robert also had a daughter together who just celebrated her 1st birthday a couple weeks ago. She survived by her 2 sisters\, along with her parents\, her grandparents. \nJenny served in the Navy joining at the young age of 18. Then\, after 2 tours in Iraq she switched over to running a boat for the US Coast Guard. She has received many medals and ribbons. We deeply appreciate Jenny’s service and sacrifice to our country and want to be sure that is known. \nNavy Decorations include: Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal Navy Unit Commendation Sea Service Deployment Ribbon x3 National Defense Service Medal Navy Good Conduct Medal US Coast Guard (2004-2013). She also served as a Boatswain’s Mate in the Coast Guard. \nCoast Guard Achievement Medal Coast Guard Commandant Letter of Commendation w/ 1 Gold Star Coast Guard Pistol Marksmanship Ribbon Coast Guard Presidential Unit Citation Coast Guard Special Operations Service Medal w/2 Gold Stars Coast Guard Good Conduct Medal x 3. \nPlease bring your Flags and lets Honor her. \nWHO: Jennifer Metzler US NAVY \nWHEN: Tuesday August 23rd\, 2016 \nSTAGING TIME: 0730hrs \nSTAGING AREA:\nBlack & Cooper\n363 7th Street\nHollister CA 95023\nhttp://mapq.st/2bbPcxp \nKSU: Approx 0800hrs \nDESTINATION:\nSanta Nella Veterans Cemetery\n35023 McCabe Road\nSanta Nella\, CA 95322 \nRIDE CAPTAIN: Please step up if you can. \nContact:\nBuzz Bickham\nbuzzpgr@gmail.com URL:https://www.patriotguard.org/mission/jennifer-metzler-35-usn-veteran/ CATEGORIES:Archive END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160823T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160823T110000 DTSTAMP:20210511T191353 CREATED:20160823T130000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191201T143417Z UID:409743-1471942800-1471950000@www.patriotguard.org SUMMARY:Robert J. Flook\, 82 DESCRIPTION:Robert J. Flook\, 82\nVeteran USAF\nClarksville\, TN\nAug 23\, 2016\n\n\n\nThe Patriot Guard Riders have been invited to participate in celebrating the life and service of Robert Flook and it will be our honor to do so. \nRobert served in the United States Air Force from 1952 to 1957\, separating with the rank of Staff Sergeant. PGR participation will be at graveside only where we will provide a flag line. Military honors will be provided by the Air Force Honor Guard. \nBurial: 2PM Tuesday Aug 23\nGreenwood Cemetery\n976 Greenwood Ave\nClarksville\, TN \nStaging: 1300 (KSU 1330)\nDollar General parking lot\n324 Madison Ave\nClarksville\, TN \nRide Captain:\nDavid Westhorp\n(615) 330-5340 URL:https://www.patriotguard.org/mission/robert-j-flook-82/ CATEGORIES:Archive END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160823T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160823T110000 DTSTAMP:20210511T191353 CREATED:20160823T130000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191201T143420Z UID:409748-1471942800-1471950000@www.patriotguard.org SUMMARY:Arthur R. Long\, USA Veteran / Excelsior Springs\, Mo DESCRIPTION:The family of Arthur R. Long has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to honor this hero on Tuesday 23 Aug 2016. SPC. Long served honorably for 2 years in the United States Army\, and we have been asked to escort SPC Long to his final resting place.\n\nStaging -1200 hrs at:\nBross and Spidle Funeral Home\n217 W Broadway St.\nExcelsior Springs\, MO 64024 \nMeeting: – 1215 hrs \nEscort – 1230 hrs\nLeavenworth National Cemetery\n150 Muncie Rd.\nLeavenworth\, KS 66048 \nEscort will be approximately 47 miles\, please be sure all flags and mounts are secure for this ride. \nRide Captain\nJohn “Crip” Wessel\n816-882-6316\nmail4jboy@yahoo.com URL:https://www.patriotguard.org/mission/arthur-r-long-usa-veteran-excelsior-springs-mo/ CATEGORIES:Archive END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160823T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160823T110000 DTSTAMP:20210511T191353 CREATED:20160823T130000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191201T143421Z UID:409749-1471942800-1471950000@www.patriotguard.org SUMMARY:Robert F. Dunk\, USA DESCRIPTION:CONFIRMED MISSION\nROBERT F. DUNK\nU.S.ARMY WWII \nThe family of Mr. Dunk has requested the Patriot Guard Riders to stand a respect line at his Interment. Mr. Dunk enlisted in the Army 1944. \nHe was a member of the 44th Infantry in Europe. He received several awards and medals. He received Marksmanship medal\, European-African-Middle Eastern Service Medal\, Also Good Conduct Medal and Victory Medal. And the Army Of Occupation Medal. It will be an honor to stand for this hero. Service will be August 23\, 2016. This will be flag line only.\n\nPlace: Fayetteville National Cemetery\n700 Government Ave\nFayetteville\, AR 72701\nStage: 11:30\nBriefing 11:45\nFlag line 11:55 until end of service.\n\n Services provided by Westfield Funeral Home Springdale AR. \nRCIC Greg WEEBLES Weeks\n479-466-8586\n\nCurtis HILLBILLY Gallaway\n479-530-2398\n\nDewayne XRAY Uselton\n479-200-2277\n\nWeather high of 85\n\nPlease go to mission thread and post condolences URL:https://www.patriotguard.org/mission/robert-f-dunk-usa/ CATEGORIES:Archive END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160823T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160823T110000 DTSTAMP:20210511T191353 CREATED:20160823T130000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191201T143422Z UID:409750-1471942800-1471950000@www.patriotguard.org SUMMARY:William Holden Counts\, 99\, USAAF DESCRIPTION:Lt. William Holden Counts (99)\nWW II\, U.S. ARMY AIR FORCE\nLOMBARD\, IL\n23 AUG 2016\n\n \nThe Patriot Guard has been requested to participate in the final honors for this soldier. We will meet at the funeral home for an escort from there to the cemetery. Honors will be rendered at the cemetery. \nSTAGE/BRIEF: 0830 hrs \nBrust Funeral Home\n135 S. Main St.\nLombard\, IL. \nCEMETERY SERVICE AT: 1000 hrs. \nEden Cemetery\n9851 Irving Park Rd.\nSchiller Park\, IL \nRC:\nBob “Harry” Harrison\, 708-601-9247\nDave “Recon” Hume URL:https://www.patriotguard.org/mission/william-holden-counts-99-usaaf/ CATEGORIES:Archive END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160823T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160823T110000 DTSTAMP:20210511T191353 CREATED:20160823T130000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191201T143423Z UID:409752-1471942800-1471950000@www.patriotguard.org SUMMARY:George Thomas Foster\, 90\, USA DESCRIPTION:George Thomas Foster \nWW II\, USA\nArchdale\, NC\nTuesday 8/23/2016\n\n\nWe have lost another one of our “Greatest Generation”. Mr. George Thomas Foster\, 90\, a veteran of the U.S. Army serving during WW II.\n\nMr. Foster was a resident of Davidson County most of his life. He worked for 62 years as a furniture upholster. He was a member of VFW Post 3074 and American Legion Post B.\n\nMr. Foster was an avid motorcyclist and continued to ride his Gold Wing up until March of this year when his health begin to decline. \nThe service for Mr. Foster will be held Tuesday\, 8/23/2016 at 2:00PM at Cumby Funeral Home\, 206 Trindale Road\, Archdale NC. \nSTAGE: 1:00PM at Cumby Funeral Home\, 206 Trindale Rd\, Archdale\, NC https://binged.it/2bMQv5Q \nBRIEF: 1:15PM The flag Line will be formed immediately after the brief. We will stand the flag line until the service starts at 2:00PM\, at that time we will stand down and prepare for the escort to Floral Garden Park Cemetery located at 1730 W. English Rd\, High Point\, NC for interment and Military Honors. https://binged.it/2bES2HC \nI am honored to serve as RCIC for this mission\, \nDon J. Bryant\ndjbjbryant7@gmail.com\n336-880-6224 \n 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 motorcycle escort or ride 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 present 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 URL:https://www.patriotguard.org/mission/george-thomas-foster-90-usa/ CATEGORIES:Archive END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160823T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160823T110000 DTSTAMP:20210511T191353 CREATED:20160823T130000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191201T143424Z UID:409753-1471942800-1471950000@www.patriotguard.org SUMMARY:John E. McCarter\, USA\, Vietnam / Dibble\, Elgin DESCRIPTION:The family of USA Vietnam Veteran SGT John Edward McCarter has asked the PGR to stand a flag line at his services to be held on 23 Aug. 2016 in Dibble\, OK. \nServices will be held at the Free Will Baptist Church on Old Town First St. St.\, Dibble\, OK. at 1000. \nInterment will follow at Ft. Sill National Cemetery\, 2648 NE Jake Dunn Rd.\, Elgin\, OK. \n Date: \n1000\, Tuesday\, 23 August\, 2016\n\n Staging: \n0845\nFree Will Baptist Church\nOld Town First St.\nDibble\, OK.\n\n Mandatory Briefing: \n0900\nRiders must attend briefing if riding in escort.\n\nSet flag line:\n0930 \n The riders will set a flag line for incoming friends and family. Upon completion of service\, a respect line will be formed as he is brought to the coach. An escort will be provided to Ft. Sill National Cemetery where a second respect line will be set. \nWeather: Partly cloudy with a high of 89\, south wind to 20 mph\, 50% chance of rain. Please hydrate before and during mission\, and ride to your ability. \n*Directional Note – From OK 39\, take Rockwell north to Fireman’s Rd. Fireman’s Rd. east to Old Town First St.\, then Old Town First St. north to the church. \nRCIC: Ray\, (rayneman) Gehrig\nrayneman@cox.net URL:https://www.patriotguard.org/mission/john-e-mccarter-usa-vietnam-dibble-elgin/ CATEGORIES:Archive END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160823T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160823T110000 DTSTAMP:20210511T191353 CREATED:20160823T130000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191201T143426Z UID:409757-1471942800-1471950000@www.patriotguard.org SUMMARY:Henry Frazier DESCRIPTION:The family of US Marine Corps Veteran Cpl Henry ‘Hank’ Neal Frazier has asked the Patriot Guard Riders to stand a flag line at his funeral service scheduled for 1000 Hours Tuesday\, 23 August 2016\, at Angus Acres Baptist Church\, 4401 S 129th W Ave\, Sand Springs\, OK. Upon conclusion of the funeral service the PGR will escort this Hero and his family to Ft Gibson National Cemetery\, 1423 Cemetery Rd\, Ft Gibson\, OK for interment service. Mr. Frazier also served in the US Army prior to his service in the US Marine Corps. \nDate: Tuesday\, 23 August 2016 at 1000 Hours \nStaging: 0845 Hours\nAngus Acres Baptist Church\n4401 S 129th W Ave\nSand Springs\, OK \nMandatory Briefing: 0900 Hours\nYou MUST attend the briefing to ride in the escort \nFlag Line: 0930 Hours \nWeather: Temperature range mid 80s and 60% chance of rain during the mission \nRCIC:\nMorris “Pike Pass” Noftsger\nmorrisnoftsger@yahoo.com\n918.261.1197 \nARC:\nJerry Chiappini URL:https://www.patriotguard.org/mission/henry-frazier/ CATEGORIES:Archive END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160823T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160823T110000 DTSTAMP:20210511T191353 CREATED:20160823T130000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191201T143431Z UID:409765-1471942800-1471950000@www.patriotguard.org SUMMARY:Herbert Baker DESCRIPTION:Herbert Baker\nUS Army Veteran\nFillmore\, MN\nTuesday August 23\, 2016\n\n\n\nFillmore Ffree Methodist Church\n19127 County Rd.\n8 Village of Fillmore\, MN \nThe family of Herbert Baker has invited the Patriot Guard to stand a flag line in honor of his life and service to our country. \nHerb passed away at the age of 80. Herb served in the Army from 1955 to 1958. Thank you for your service\, Herb will be greatly missed. \n07:30 am Staging Kwik Trip\, Marion Rd SE\, Rochester. \n07:40 am briefing \n07:45 am Depart for Fillmore \n08:15 am Staging opens Methodist Church in Fillmore. NE corner of church parking lot \n08:25 am Briefing \n08:30 am Set flag line \n09:00 am Visitation \n10:00 pm Service Starts\, stand down \n11:00 am Re-assemble at cemetery for military honors. This is a short 1/2 mile ride\, most of this will be gravel. \nI will have my truck so if you are not comfortable riding on the gravel you can ride with me. \n12:05 pm approximate Dismissal \nDismissal at RCIC discretion. \nPlease take time to come honor this Veteran who proudly served his country. \nThis is a rain or shine mission. Please bring your 3 x 5 flag and anything else you may need for the duration of this mission. \nRCIC – Jim Nelson\nrochesterrc@mnpatriotguard.org URL:https://www.patriotguard.org/mission/herbert-baker/ CATEGORIES:Archive END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160823T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160823T110000 DTSTAMP:20210511T191353 CREATED:20160823T130000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191201T143433Z UID:409767-1471942800-1471950000@www.patriotguard.org SUMMARY:Jerry Robinson\, 83 DESCRIPTION:23 August 2016\nTuesday\nCPL (T) Jerry Robinson\nUS Army \nAlabama State Veterans Memorial Cemetery\nSpanish Fort\, AL\n\n\n\nFellow Riders\, \nIt is with heavy heart that I must inform you that Alabama and America has lost another true American hero. The family of CPL (T) Jerry Robinson has requested the Patriot Guard to stand in honor of him. Mr. Robinson passed away at the age of 83 on 15 August 2016. \nMr. Robinson served for two years with U.S. Army between 1953 and 1955 and was awarded the National Defense Service Medal\, and an Honorable Discharge. It is our honor to stand for this true American Hero. \nVisitation: 1000 – 1100 hrs. – Greater Nazaree Baptist Church\, 505 J Blair St.\, Mobile\, AL\nFuneral Service: 1100 hrs. – Greater Nazaree Baptist Church\, 505 J Blair St.\, Mobile\, AL\nCommittal Service: 1330 hrs. – Alabama State Veterans Memorial Cemetery\, Spanish Fort\, AL\nFlags: Committal Shelter\nLEO – Yes\, Honor Guard – Yes \nBaldwin County Staging:\nLocation: Spanish Fort Scenic Overlook (NW corner of I-10 and Hwy 98)\nTime: 0830 hrs.\nBriefing: N/A\nKSU: 0845 hrs.\nRCIC: None at this time – Proceed to Mobile County Staging location. \nMobile County Staging:\nLocation: Turner Supply Company Parking Lot (Corner of Water and Congress Streets)\nTime: 0915 hrs.\nBriefing: 0930 hrs.\nKSU: 0945 hrs.\nRCIC: Greg Selman\, (251) 490-9791\nFlags: Lloyd Pursley\, (251) 422-0696 \nMr. Robinson stood many a hard day and night for us so that we might be safe and free. Now it’s our turn to stand for him. Ride Safely!! URL:https://www.patriotguard.org/mission/jerry-robinson-83/ CATEGORIES:Archive END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160823T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160823T110000 DTSTAMP:20210511T191353 CREATED:20160823T130000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191201T143437Z UID:409773-1471942800-1471950000@www.patriotguard.org SUMMARY:Timothy C Drake DESCRIPTION:We have been invited to attend the funeral of Timothy C Drake\, Veteran\, U.S. Army \nInterment 1300(1pm) 23 Aug 16 at Veterans Memorial Cemetery\n 2830 Riverside Parkway\n Grand Junction\, CO\n\nStage 12:15pm at Shelter Area \nRide Captain: Art Edwards\nharleyroadk@yahoo.com URL:https://www.patriotguard.org/mission/timothy-c-drake/ CATEGORIES:Archive END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160823T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160823T110000 DTSTAMP:20210511T191353 CREATED:20160823T130000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191201T143440Z UID:409778-1471942800-1471950000@www.patriotguard.org SUMMARY:MSG Charles Brigis\, USA(RET) Korea - Vietnam / Fayetteville DESCRIPTION:Fellow Patriots:\n\nThe family of MSG Charles Brigis\, USA\, RET has requested that we stand for him as he stood for this country. MSG Brigis was born October 25\, 1925 and passed away August 12\, 2016 in the NC State Veterans Nursing Home in Fayetteville. \nMr. Brigis was a pilot with the Civil Air Patrol and a lifetime member of the VFW Post 5631 in Sanford\, NC. \nMSG Brigis also served his country in the U.S. Army for over 26 years. He served in Vietnam as an infantryman with the 5th Special Forces Group and earned the following awards among others\, Army Occupation Medal\, Diver Badge\, Expert Infantry Badge\, Combat Infantry Badge\, Vietnam Service Medal\, Vietnam Campaign Medal w/60 Device\, Master Parachute Badge\, Purple Heart\, (1st OLC)\, Army Commendation Medal w/V Device\, and Bronze Star (1st. OLC).\n\nThis is a link to his obituary.\nhttp://www.adcockfuneralandcrematory.com/home/index.cfm/obituaries/view/fh_id/15105/id/3856971\n\nThis will be a one part mission. \nGraveside Service: August 23\, 2016\nLocation: Sandhills State Veterans Cemetery\n 8220 Bragg Blvd.\n Fayetteville\, NC 28310\n\nStaging: 1:00 PM\n\nBriefing: 1:15 PM \nAt approximately 1:30 PM we will form a flag line for the 2:00 PM graveside service with military honors. Please join me as we stand for this hero.\n\nI am proud to serve as RCIC and POC for this mission and I will have flags and water available.\n\nPaul C. Briggs\n919-545-4659\nbrigpc@gmail.com\n\n*SPECIAL NOTE*\n\nSafety is our up most priority. Every effort possible is made in planning and executing the PGR Mission statement in a manner that minimizes the inherit dangers of 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 risks of preventable accidents\, all attendees who wish to ride in a Patriot Guard motorcycle escort or ride 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 present unreasonable risks. 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. URL:https://www.patriotguard.org/mission/msg-charles-brigis-usaret-korea-vietnam-fayetteville/ CATEGORIES:Archive END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160823T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160823T110000 DTSTAMP:20210511T191353 CREATED:20160823T130000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191201T143444Z UID:409784-1471942800-1471950000@www.patriotguard.org SUMMARY:AD1 Leo Ciskiewic Sr\, USN - USNR (RET) DESCRIPTION:[FONT=&]Please note that due to ongoing OPSEC concerns\, mission details are not shown in this posting. All specific details and updates have been sent to members directly via their e-mail address on file.[/FONT][FONT=&]\n[/FONT][FONT=&]\n[/FONT][FONT=&]We have been requested to stand in Honor of a World War II Veteran who went on to give 40 years (1943-1983) of his life to our Nation in the U.S. Naval Service. Leo Ciskiewic\, Sr. of Niagara Falls passed away on August 15th at the age of 93.\n[/FONT][FONT=&]\nWhen/Where:\n[/FONT][FONT=&]Tuesday\, August 23\, 2016[/FONT][FONT=&]\n[/FONT][FONT=&]Niagara Falls\, NY\n[/FONT][FONT=&]\nLRC:\nJohn Ben\njjb1946@aol.com\n[/FONT][FONT=&]\nNarrative:\n[/FONT][FONT=&]He enlisted/inducted in the Navy October 16\, 1943. He did boot training at Sampson\, NY\, CO. 141-BKS C-21. He then went to Little Creek\, VA\, for gunnery training and from there to the Armed Guard Ctr.\, Brooklyn\, NY\, March 2\, 1944. His first ship was the SS Andrew Carnegie. He was assigned pointer position on a 5″55 surface gun (vintage WWI).” \nOther ships he was on and two more trips to the Philippines were the MS Masthead Knot\, the SS Jerry S. Foley\, USS Kingsbury APA 177\, the USS Latimer APA 152 and 1st 211. Leo was commended for his accurate fire control at his gun position while in convoy. He received an honorable discharge on July 4\, 1946 and received the American Theater Medal\, Asiatic Pacific Medal\, Philippine Liberation Ribbon\, European Theater Medal\, Victory Medal. \nLeo re-enlisted in the Naval Air Reserve\, August 24\, 1949\, at the Naval Air Station\, Niagara Falls\, NY. He was also stationed at the NAS Floyd Bennet\, NY and the NAS Willow Grove\, PA. Parent base at the NAS Bermuda. He was flight plane Captain for fourteen years on patrol bombers\, PV2 Harpoons\, P4Y Privateers (B24) and long range P2V Neptunes. He finally retired from the military on July 22\, 1983 as an Aviation Machinist’s Mate 1st Class. \nWhile and after serving his country\, Uncle Leo was a 1st Shop Operator for 35 years at DuPont until his retirement. In his free time Leo especially loved to go fishing for yellow pike\, via a 22-hour train ride up north and camping at his ” one-man tent” as he called it in Springville\, NY. He also enjoyed fixing things to his own specifications.[/FONT][FONT=&] \nPlease do whatever you are able to ensure we properly salute and Honor the 40-year Military Service of Mr. Ciskiewic\, and to support his proud and loving family. \nPlease arrive on time with a clean 3×5 American Flag or a US Navy flag. Dress for the weather\, bring a beverage for hydration\, and ensure your bike flags are properly placed and securely attached.[/FONT] URL:https://www.patriotguard.org/mission/ad1-leo-ciskiewic-sr-usn-usnr-ret/ CATEGORIES:Archive END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160823T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160823T110000 DTSTAMP:20210511T191353 CREATED:20160823T130000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191201T143447Z UID:409788-1471942800-1471950000@www.patriotguard.org SUMMARY:William Coleman Ervin\, USA DESCRIPTION:SSG William Coleman Ervin\nUS Army Vietnam Veteran\nChelsea\, OK\n23 Aug 16 \n\n\n\nThe family of USA Vietnam Veteran SSG William Coleman Ervin has requested a flag line at their Hero’s graveside service Tuesday 23 Aug 2016 14:00 hrs. \nChelsea City Cemetery\nAsh St.\nChelsea\, OK. \nUS Army to perform honors. \nDate: Tuesday 23 Aug 2016 \nStaging: 13:00 hrs Chelsea City Cemetery. \nBriefing: 13:15 hrs \nRiders will establish flag line following briefing. \nWeather: 40% chance of rain\, high temp 82°. \nRCIC:\nDick”Kickstand”Fawcett\ndickfawcett1@gmail.com\n918-782-7661 URL:https://www.patriotguard.org/mission/william-coleman-ervin-usa/ CATEGORIES:Archive END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160823T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160823T110000 DTSTAMP:20210511T191353 CREATED:20160823T130000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191201T143457Z UID:409803-1471942800-1471950000@www.patriotguard.org SUMMARY:LCDR Donald E. Eversoll\, 55\, USN (RET)\, GWOT / Spring Valley DESCRIPTION:LCDR Donald E. Eversoll\, 55\nUSN (Ret)\, GWOT\nSpring Valley/San Diego\, CA\n23 AUG 16\n\n\n\nThe family of LCDR Donald E. Eversoll\, USN (Ret) has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to be present to honor him for his service to our country. It would be our honor to do so. \nLCDR Donald E. Eversoll joined the United States Navy January 22\, 1980 and served until his retirement\, January 22\, 2010. During his thirty years of service\, Donald served aboard many ships including the USS Midway while it was in Japan. He also served with VS-41\, HSL-47 both out of NAS North Island\, and with the Seabees in Port Hueneume. Donald’s final tour was with Explosive Ordnance Disposal Group ONE which he was deployed with in Iraq\, participating in the Global War On Terror. \nLCDR Eversoll’s awards include the Meritorious Service Medal (2 Awards)\, the Navy & Marine Corps Commendation Medal (5 awards)\, the Navy & Marine Cops Achievement Medal (7 awards) along with many campaign & service related medals & ribbons.\n.\nDonald loved riding his Harley\, beach camping\, surfing\, fishing\, and was passionate about sports. He loved to barbecue and spend quality time with his family. Donald had an enormous heart and loved making people laugh. \nDonald leaves behind his spouse and two sons. \nNOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran. For those interested\, and all are welcome\, we will be accompanying the hero and his family from the family home to his final resting place. Please see the time table if you would like to participate. For those who would rather go directly to the cemetery\, we will meet you there. \nNOTE: The weather is predicted to be hot please stay hydrated and don’t forget to eat\, it can make a difference with your ability to withstand the heat. \nThere will be tags for this mission. \nTime Table for Tuesday\, August 23\, 2016:\n1215 – Stage at the McDonald’s\, 8730 Jamacha Blvd\, Spring Valley\, CA 91977\nhttps://goo.gl/maps/FgXbJWS47oF2\n1245 – Mission Briefing\n1300 – KSU to the family home\n1315 – Flag Line for Dignified Transfer to the transport vehicle\n1330 – KSU to Miramar National Cemetery\, 5795 Nobel Dr.\, San Diego\, CA 92122\nhttp://goo.gl/maps/rAfUs\n1400 – Approximate arrival at Miramar National Cemetery \n1430 – Flag Line\, Funeral Service with Full Military Honors \nR/C \nCal Braley\nbraley56@gmail.com\n619-805-6541 \nYou do not have to be a Veteran or a motorcycle rider to attend this mission. Everyone is welcome. We encourage those who do not ride to attend in your car. If this will be your first mission go to the initial staging area and you will be briefed there by the R/C (Ride Captain). Dress for motorcycle riding or dress casually if you are driving a cage (car). Please feel free to attend any portion of this mission you can. Please ride/drive safely. URL:https://www.patriotguard.org/mission/lcdr-donald-e-eversoll-55-usn-ret-gwot-spring-valley/ CATEGORIES:Archive END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160823T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160823T110000 DTSTAMP:20210511T191353 CREATED:20160823T130000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191201T143459Z UID:409806-1471942800-1471950000@www.patriotguard.org SUMMARY:LCDR Donald Emil Herrmann\, USN(RET) DESCRIPTION:We have been requested to support and honor LCDR Donald Emil Herrmann USN (Ret). The Patriot Guard Riders will be honored to do so.\n\nThe wife of LCDR Donald Emil Herrmann USN (Ret) has asked the PGR to stand a flag line to honor her husband at the interment in Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery. \nHe served his country from 1934 to 1959 from the landing ships at Normandy in WWII to the transportation of refugees from Vietnam. \nAnother member of the greatest generation is laid to rest. He is survived by his wife and two daughters. \nNOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran. For those interested\, and all are welcome\, please see the time table below. \nTime Table for Tuesday\, 23 August 2016: \n1100 – Stage at the Main Entrance to Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery\, 1800 Cabrillo Memorial Dr\, San Diego\, CA 92106 https://goo.gl/maps/VHuzb1zcLFD2\n1115 – Mission Briefing\n1130 – Flag Line\, Funeral Service with Full Military Honors \nR/C Bill Foerschler “Smokestack”\nbfoerschle@aol.com\n(619) 733-0745 \nYou do not have to be a Veteran or a motorcycle rider to attend this mission. Everyone is welcome. We encourage those who do not ride to attend in your car. If this will be your first mission go to the initial staging area and you will be briefed there by the R/C (Ride Captain). Dress for motorcycle riding or dress casually if you are driving a cage (car). Please feel free to attend any portion of this mission you can. Please ride/drive safely. URL:https://www.patriotguard.org/mission/lcdr-donald-emil-herrmann-usnret/ CATEGORIES:Archive END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160823T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160823T110000 DTSTAMP:20210511T191353 CREATED:20160823T130000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191201T143509Z UID:409822-1471942800-1471950000@www.patriotguard.org SUMMARY:Donald Nunn\, 95\, USA DESCRIPTION:The family of Donald Nunn has requested the presence of the Patriot Guard Riders to honor this American Hero; it will be our honor to do so. \nDonald served in the U.S. Army 1942 to 1946. He proudly served in WW II. For his service he was awarded the European African Middle Eastern Service Medal\, the WW II Victory Medal\, the American Theater Service Medal and the Good Conduct Medal. \nWe have been asked to accompany this hero to his final resting place\, Miramar National Cemetery.\n\nNOTE: This mission posting is to facilitate your voluntary participation in honoring this Military Veteran. For those interested\, and all are welcome\, we will be accompanying the hero and his family from the church service to his final resting place. Please see the time table if you would like to participate. For those who would rather go directly to the cemetery\, we will meet you there. \nTime Table for Tuesday\, 23 August 2016: \n1230 – Stage at First United Methodist Church\, 2111 Camino Del Rio S. San Diego\, CA 92116 https://goo.gl/maps/ChCDSAVBcVH2 (Please arrive quietly as services will be in progress)\n\n1245 – Mission Briefing\n\n1300 – Flag Line for Dignified Transfer to Coach\n\n1315 – (Est) KSU for accompaniment to Miramar National Cemetery\, 5795 Nobel Dr. San Diego\, CA 92122 https://goo.gl/maps/MwTSkkntWnm\n \n1330 – (Est) Arrival at Miramar National Cemetery\n\n1400 – Flag Line\, Funeral Service with Full Military Honors \nR/C Lorenzo Lizarraga\n619-971-2236\nllizarraga@yahoo.com \nYou do not have to be a Veteran or a motorcycle rider to attend this mission. Everyone is welcome. We encourage those who do not ride to attend in your car. If this will be your first mission go to the initial staging area and you will be briefed there by the R/C (Ride Captain). Dress for motorcycle riding or dress casually if you are driving a cage (car). Please feel free to attend any portion of this mission you can. Please ride/drive safely. URL:https://www.patriotguard.org/mission/donald-nunn-95-usa/ CATEGORIES:Archive END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR