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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190723
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190726
DTSTAMP:20210403T184606
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SUMMARY:Franklin G. Day
DESCRIPTION:Honor Mission\nFranklin G. Day\, Veteran\nUSMC – Vietnam\nMULTI-CITY\, Tennessee – 07-23-19\n\n\n\nABOUT THE MISSION: \nThe family of LCpl Franklin G. Day\, United States Marine Corp has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to honor their loved one with a silent flagline and escort to his final place of rest\, and it will be our honor to do so. Mr. Day served in the Marine Corp from 6/68 to 5/71. While in the Marines\, Mr. Day was awarded the National Defense Medal\, Vietnam Service Medal\, the Vietnam Campaign Medal\, the RVN Cross of Gallantry w/ palm and frame\, Good Conduct Medal\, and the Rifle Marksman Badge. Mr. Day was also a member of the Patriot Guard Riders of Florida. Mr. Day stood for us\, now it’s our turn to stand for him.\n\n\nPRIMARY STAGING DETAILS: 07-23-19 \nStaging Time: 5:30 PM\n \nFarrar Funeral Home\n1806 Main Street\nWhite Pine\, Tennessee 37890\n\n\nRide Captain: \nAlfred Holland\nCell: 865-680-7233\n\n\nSpecial Instructions: \nVisitation: 6:00-8:00 PM\n\n\nFlags & Water:\nFlags will be provided\nLarge Bike Flags will NOT be needed.\nWater will be provided.\n\nSTAGING #2 DETAILS: 07-24-19 \nStaging Time: 08:15 AM\n \nFarrar Funeral Home\n162 Meeting St.\nDandridge\, Tennessee 37725\n\n\nRide Captain: \nEddy Pyles\n423-360-9892\n\n\nSpecial Instructions: \nFor anyone wishing to help escort Mr. Day to French Broad Baptist Church\, 2171 Oak Grove Rd.\, Dandridge\, TN\, please arrive no later than 8:15.\nMr. Day will lie in state from 9:00-11:00 AM with funeral service to follow.\n\n\nFlags & Water:\nFlags will be provided\nIf you have large bike flags\, please bring them.\nWater WILL NOT be provided\, please bring your own.\n\nSTAGING #3 DETAILS: 07-25-19 \nStaging Time: 08:15 AM\n \nFarrar Funeral Home\n162 Meeting St.\nDandridge\, Tennessee 37725\n\n\nRide Captain: \nEddy Pyles\nCell: 423-360-9892\n\n\nSpecial Instructions: \nEscort please stage no later than 8:15 AM\nThe escort will be leaving no later than 8:30 AM to be at Mountain Home Cemetery at 10:00 AM.\nLarge bike flags requested.\n\n\nFlags & Water:\nFlags will be provided\nIf you have large bike flags\, please bring them.\nWater WILL NOT be provided\, please bring your own.\n\n\n\nSubmitted By: Thonda Farmer \nPosition: Tennessee Assistant State Captain \n\nNote: You do not have to own/ride a motorcycle or be a veteran to join\, and membership is Free. The only requirement is RESPECT! To subscribe to receive mission notices\, log into the National Site and click on the Members tab at the top. Select the Subscribe to PGR Missions option.\n Print This Page
URL:https://www.patriotguard.org/mission/franklin-g-day/
CATEGORIES:Honor Mission
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190724
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190727
DTSTAMP:20210403T184606
CREATED:20190723T012104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190725T172123Z
UID:168533-1563926400-1564185599@www.patriotguard.org
SUMMARY:Michael Edwin Warnke
DESCRIPTION:Honor Mission\nMichael Edwin Warnke\, Active Duty\, Veteran\nLEO – USMC\nMulti-City\, Georgia – 07-24-19\n\n\nABOUT THE MISSION:\n\n\nThe family of active duty Gwinnett County Police Officer\, Corporal Michael Edwin Warnke\, age 37\, of Dunwoody\, GA\, has asked the PGR to honor the life and service of this loving husband\, father\, son\, brother and friend who passed passed away unexpectedly Friday\, July 19\, 2019. Prior to becoming a Police Officer with Gwinnett County Michael served as a Military Police Officer in the United States Marine Corp as a Corporal. Michael loved spending time with his wife Whitney and their new 6 month old son.\n\n\nPRIMARY STAGING DETAILS: 07-24-19 \nStaging Time: 5:30 pm \nCrowell Brothers Funeral Homes & Crematory\n5051 Peachtree Industrial Boulevard\nPeachtree Corners\, Georgia 30092\n\n\nRide Captain: \nJeff ‘JayDub’ Goodiel\njaydub@PatriotGuard.org\n\n\nSpecial Instructions: \nWe will stand a flag line for the evening visitation. 6-8pm\n\n\nFlags & Water:\nFlags will be provided\nLarge Bike Flags will NOT be needed.\nWater will be provided.\n\nSTAGING #2 DETAILS: 07-25-19 \nStaging Time: 09:15 am \nCrowell Brothers Funeral Homes & Crematory\n5051 Peachtree Industrial Boulevard\nPeachtree Corners\, Georgia 30092\n\n\nRide Captain: \nJeff ‘JayDub’ Goodiel\nJayDub@PatriotGuard.org\n\n\nSpecial Instructions: \nWe will stage at the funeral home for the funeral service and establish a flag line beginning at 9:30 am until the service starts at 11:00 am then we will stand down.\n\n\nFlags & Water:\nFlags will be provided\nLarge Bike Flags will NOT be needed.\nWater will be provided.\n\nSTAGING #3 DETAILS: 07-26-19 \nStaging Time: 06:45 am \nCrowell Brothers Funeral Homes & Crematory\n5051 Peachtree Industrial Boulevard\nPeachtree Corners\, Georgia 30092\n\n\nRide Captain: \nJeff ‘JayDub’ Goodiel\nJayDub@PatriotGuard.org\n\n\nSpecial Instructions: \nWe will stage at the funeral home at 6:45 am and prepare for KSU at 7:10 am to leave for Georgia National Cemetery for the 9:00 am cemetery services. Flying big flags is to not necessary! This is Police Escorted and we will be traveling at a high rate of speed and need to keep up! \n\n\nThis mission to escort Gwinnett County Police Officer Michael Warnke to GNC will be moving quickly. Please be on time for staging!\n\n\n\n\nFlags & Water:\nFlags will not be provided\nIf you have large bike flags\, please bring them.\nWater will be provided.\n\nSTAGING #4 DETAILS: 07-26-19 \nStaging Time: 08:15 am \nGeorgia National Cemetery\n1080 Scott Hudgens Dr\nCanton\, Georgia 30114\n\n\nRide Captain: \nByron “Gimpy” Hall\nbplayer46@gmail.com\n\n\nSpecial Instructions: \nIf going directly to GNC\, stage at MIA/POW flag pole area to await arrival of escort. We will move to assigned shelter at the appropriate time.\n\n\nFlags & Water:\nFlags will be provided\nLarge Bike Flags will NOT be needed.\nWater WILL NOT be provided\, please bring your own.\n\n\nSubmitted By: Jeffrey Goodiel \nPosition: Vice President of Captains \n\nNote: You do not have to own/ride a motorcycle or be a veteran to join\, and membership is Free. The only requirement is RESPECT! To subscribe to receive mission notices\, log into the National Site and click on the Members tab at the top. Select the Subscribe to PGR Missions option.\n Print This Page
URL:https://www.patriotguard.org/mission/michael-edwin-warnke/
CATEGORIES:Honor Mission
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190726
DTSTAMP:20210403T184606
CREATED:20190614T105027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190614T105027Z
UID:164744-1564012800-1564099199@www.patriotguard.org
SUMMARY:Leonard 'Buzz' E. Bussiere
DESCRIPTION:Honor Mission\nLeonard ‘Buzz’ E. Bussiere\, Retired\nUSAF – Vietnam\nMiddlebury\, Vermont – 07-25-19\n\n\n\nABOUT THE MISSION: \nLeonard graduated from Spaulding High School of Barre\, worked on his parents’ farm\, and then enlisted in the United States Air Force and served a tour in Vietnam. He retired from the USAF as an electronics technician in 1978 and worked for Simmonds Precision of Vergennes for several years. He then thoroughly enjoyed his most challenging and rewarding experience as a stay at home dad and homemaker for his beloved daughters and wife.\n\n\nPRIMARY STAGING DETAILS: 07-25-19 \nStaging Time: 10:00 AM\n \nSanderson-Ducharme Funeral Home\n117 South Main Street\nMiddlebury\, Vermont 05753\n\n\nRide Captain: \nEd Class\nedclass@comcast.net\n802-258-1701\n\n\nSpecial Instructions: \nBriefing: 10:15 AM\nKSU: 10:20 AM\n\n\nFlags & Water:\nFlags will not be provided\nIf you have large bike flags\, please bring them.\nWater WILL NOT be provided\, please bring your own.\n\nSTAGING #2 DETAILS: 07-25-19 \nStaging Time: 10:00 AM\n \nFarmingdale Cemetery\n1205 3 Mile Bridge Road\nMiddlebury\, Vermont 05753\n\n\nRide Captain: \nEd Class\nedclass@comcast.net\n802-258-1701\n\n\nSpecial Instructions: \nObtain flag immediately upon arrival at cemetery.\nFlag line will form 10:45.\n\n\nFlags & Water:\nFlags will be provided\nLarge Bike Flags will NOT be needed.\nWater WILL NOT be provided\, please bring your own.\n\n\n\nSubmitted By: Edward Class \nPosition: Vermont Assistant State Captain \n\nNote: You do not have to own/ride a motorcycle or be a veteran to join\, and membership is Free. The only requirement is RESPECT! To subscribe to receive mission notices\, log into the National Site and click on the Members tab at the top. Select the Subscribe to PGR Missions option.\n Print This Page
URL:https://www.patriotguard.org/mission/leonard-buzz-e-bussiere/
CATEGORIES:Honor Mission
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190726
DTSTAMP:20210403T184606
CREATED:20190712T214244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190715T215326Z
UID:167509-1564012800-1564099199@www.patriotguard.org
SUMMARY:Colin Campbell Pemberton
DESCRIPTION:Honor Mission\nColin Campbell Pemberton\, Retired\nUSN – Vietnam\nPensacola\, Florida – 07-25-19\n\n\nABOUT THE MISSION:\n\nThe family of LCDR Colin C. Pemberton has asked the Patriot Guard to stand in his honor and to escort him to Barrancas National Cemetery for final honors. LCDR Pemberton\, 88 years of age\, honorably served in the United States Navy for 29 years\, 7 months\, and 7 days and retired on 1 Jul 1977. Awards include: Meritorious Unit Commendation\, Navy Unit Commendation (2)\, Air Medals (17)\, Good Conduct Medal (4)\, European Occupation Medal\, Navy Commendation (Bronze “V” Device)\, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal w 1 Bronze Star\, Marksmanship Ribbon (5)\, Vietnam Service Medal\, National Defense Service Medal\, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Ribbon\, Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross w Palm\, Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross w Gold Star. Services will be conducted at 11:00 AM at Pensacola Memorial Gardens Funeral Home\, 7433 Pine Forest Rd. Pensacola\, Fl. Honors will follow at 12:30 PM at Barrancas National Cemetery. LEO escort will be provided.\n\n\nPRIMARY STAGING DETAILS: 07-25-19  \nStaging Time: 10:15 AM \nHardee’s\, 2500 Wilde Lake Blvd.\nPensacola\, Florida\n\n\nRide Captain: \nRoy Pippin\n251-979-7241\nsmokeynal.rp@gmail.com\n\n\nSpecial Instructions: \nNaval Air Station requires that you ride with long sleeve shirts\, long trousers\, long-fingered gloves\, DOT Approved helmets\, leather footwear covering the ankles and appropriate eye protection. This attire will be maintained at all times while riding aboard the base.\n\n1100 AM – Safety briefing all riders\n1115 AM – KSU to Pensacola Memorial Gardens Funeral Home\n                                 7433 Pine Forest Rd.\n1200 PM – KSU escort to Barrancas Nation Cemetery\n1230 PM – Honors at Barrancas National Cemetery\, Site – B\n\n\nFlags & Water:\nFlags will be provided\nIf you have large bike flags\, please bring them.\nWater will be provided.\n\n\n\nSubmitted By: Ray Doyle \nPosition: Florida Assistant State Captain \n\n\nNote: You do not have to own/ride a motorcycle or be a veteran to join\, and membership is Free. The only requirement is RESPECT! To subscribe to receive mission notices\, log into the National Site and click on the Members tab at the top. Select the Subscribe to PGR Missions option. \n Print This Page
URL:https://www.patriotguard.org/mission/colin-campbell-pemberton/
CATEGORIES:Honor Mission
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190726
DTSTAMP:20210403T184606
CREATED:20190716T012438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190716T114554Z
UID:167768-1564012800-1564099199@www.patriotguard.org
SUMMARY:HEROES WITHOUT FAMILIES
DESCRIPTION:Honor Mission\nHEROES WITHOUT FAMILIES\, Veteran\nUSA\, USMC\, USN\, USAF\, and USCG\nPensacola\, Florida – 07-25-19\n\n\n ABOUT THE MISSION:\n\nMr. Craig LaChance\, Director of Barrancas National Cemetery\, has cordially invited the Patriot Guard to participate in honoring the Heroes Without Families of personnel during this quarter. The ceremony will take place at Site “A”\, Barrancas National Cemetery\, NAS Pensacola\, FL.\n\n\nPRIMARY STAGING DETAILS: 07-25-19 \nStaging Time: 6:30 AM \nWhataburger\, 1313 N. New Warrington Rd\nPensacola\, Florida\n\n\nRide Captain: \nRay Doyle\n850 902 0123\nretonaharley@gmail.com\n\n\nSpecial Instructions: \nCAUTION; The Naval Station requires long sleeve shirts\, long trousers\, long-fingered gloves\, leather footwear covering the ankles\, DOT approved helmets and appropriate eyewear while riding aboard the base.\n\n7:00 AM – Safety briefing for all riders\n7:15 AM – KSU for NAS Pensacola\n8:00 AM – Ceremony at Site “A”\n\n\n\nFlags & Water:\nFlags will be provided\nLarge Bike Flags will NOT be needed.\nWater will be provided.\n\n\n\nSubmitted By: Ray Doyle \nPosition: Florida Assistant State Captain \n\n\nNote: You do not have to own/ride a motorcycle or be a veteran to join\, and membership is Free. The only requirement is RESPECT! To subscribe to receive mission notices\, log into the National Site and click on the Members tab at the top. Select the Subscribe to PGR Missions option.
URL:https://www.patriotguard.org/mission/07-25-19-heroes-without-families/
CATEGORIES:Honor Mission
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190726
DTSTAMP:20210403T184606
CREATED:20190717T212715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190717T212715Z
UID:168029-1564012800-1564099199@www.patriotguard.org
SUMMARY:Jessica Marie Smith
DESCRIPTION:Honor Mission\nJessica Marie Smith\, Veteran\nUSA\nSt Helens\, Oregon – 07-20-19\n\n\n\nABOUT THE MISSION: \nLadies and Gentlemen of the Patriot Guard Riders\, we have been invited to stand for Jessica Marie Smith\, age 65. Jessica served in the US Army from 29 July 1975 to 22 July 1976. She served with A Company 9th Supply & Transportation Battalion\, Ft. Lewis\, WA as a 64C Motor Transport Operator. Jessica was Honorably Discharged at the rank of Private 2nd Class (E2) and earned the Marksman Rifle Badge. Please join us as we pay our respects and honor her service to our nation.\n\n\nPRIMARY STAGING DETAILS: 07-20-19 \nStaging Time: 1:00 pm\n \nYankton Community Fellowship\n33579 Pittsburg Rd\nSt Helens\, Oregon 97051\n\nMap\n\n\nRide Captain: \nJim Kruchoski\nJK4PGR@hotmail.com\n\n\nSpecial Instructions: \nThis is a Celebration of Life\n\nBriefing: 1:15 pm\nFlagline Set: 1:30 pm\nService Begins: 2:00 pm\n\n\nFlags & Water:\n\n\nFlags will not be provided\nLarge Bike Flags will NOT be needed.\nWater WILL NOT be provided\, please bring your own.\n\nSTAGING #2 DETAILS: 07-25-19 \nStaging Time: 11:30 am\n \nWillamette National Cemetery\n11800 SE Mt Scott Blvd\nPortland\, Oregon 97086\n\n\nRide Captain: \nEd Anderson\nandersoned@hotmail.com\n\n\nSpecial Instructions: \nBriefing: 11:50 am\nKSU: 12;00 pm\nFlagline Set: 12:15 pm\nService Begins: 12:30 pm\n\nMeet up top at the Rostrum by the flagpole.\nPlease enter the cemetery through Gate 1 or 3 as the normal gate is under construction.\n*** There will be an RHG if possible ***\n\n\nFlags & Water:\n\n\nFlags will not be provided\nIf you have large bike flags\, please bring them.\nWater WILL NOT be provided\, please bring your own.\n\n\nSubmitted By: John Hanan II \nPosition: Oregon State Captain \n\nNote: You do not have to own/ride a motorcycle or be a veteran to join\, and membership is Free. The only requirement is RESPECT! To subscribe to receive mission notices\, log into the National Site and click on the Members tab at the top. Select the Subscribe to PGR Missions option.\n Print This Page
URL:https://www.patriotguard.org/mission/jessica-marie-smith/2019-07-25/
CATEGORIES:Honor Mission
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190726
DTSTAMP:20210403T184606
CREATED:20190718T234411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190718T234411Z
UID:167839-1564012800-1564099199@www.patriotguard.org
SUMMARY:Norman P. Lalinsky
DESCRIPTION:Honor Mission\nNorman P. Lalinsky\, Veteran\nUSA –\nHolly\, Michigan – 07-25-19\n\n\n\nABOUT THE MISSION: \nThe Family of Norman P. Lalinsky has requested the Patriot Guard Riders stand a silent Flag Line in honor of his service to our Country. Mr. Lalinsky served with A Battery\, 4th Msl Bn.\, 44th Artillery Div. in Korea from 1966-1967. He received the National Defense Service Medal. Mr. Lalinsky worked as a Dock Worker\, then as a Truck Driver for Detroit Diesel\, retiring after 33 years. He was also a member of the Gold Wing Chapter “H” during the 1980’s & 1990’s. He rode the Dragon’s Tail in Tenn and some Paul Revere Rides over the Mackinaw Bridge. Mr. Lalinsky leaves behind his Wife\, one daughter\, one son\, 7 grand children\, and 3 great-grand children. Also\, 3 sisters and 2 brothers (one is PGR RC BUBBA). He was preceded in death by his parents\, and a step daughter. Mr. Lalinsky Passed on 7-25-2015 in Ky.\n\n\nPRIMARY STAGING DETAILS: 07-25-19 \nStaging Time: 11:15 AM\n \nMcDonald’s\n15187 N. Holly Rd.\nHolly\, Michigan 48442\nMap\n\n\nRide Captain: \nBUBBA\n734-658-0995\n\n\nSpecial Instructions: \nBriefing: 11:45 AM\nKSU: 12:05 PM\nService: 12:30 PM\nPlease bring your 3′ x 5′ American Flag to Stand in Honor of Mr. Lalinsky’s Service to our Country.\n\n\nFlags & Water:\nFlags will not be provided\nLarge Bike Flags will NOT be needed.\nWater WILL NOT be provided\, please bring your own.\n\n\n\nSubmitted By: Terrence Laurencelle \nPosition: Michigan Ride Captain \n\nNote: You do not have to own/ride a motorcycle or be a veteran to join\, and membership is Free. The only requirement is RESPECT! To subscribe to receive mission notices\, log into the National Site and click on the Members tab at the top. Select the Subscribe to PGR Missions option.\n Print This Page
URL:https://www.patriotguard.org/mission/norman-p-lalinsky/
CATEGORIES:Honor Mission
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190726
DTSTAMP:20210403T184606
CREATED:20190718T235023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190718T235023Z
UID:167775-1564012800-1564099199@www.patriotguard.org
SUMMARY:The Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall
DESCRIPTION:HOTH Mission\nThe Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall\n– Vietnam\nMULTI-CITY\, North Carolina – 07-25-19\n\n\n\nABOUT THE MISSION: \nBrothers and Sisters of the PGR and Friends\, we have been invited to participate in the arrival escort of the Vietnam Traveling Wall. We will be escorting the wall from Bolton\, NC to Wilmington\, NC. We will stage at the BP Station in order to stage bikes and get a total head count for the escort. As of right now the escort is scheduled to go KSU at 09:00 (9:00 am).It will be my honor to serve as RC for this mission. Ed “Gunner” Faude.\n\n\nPRIMARY STAGING DETAILS: 07-25-19 \nStaging Time: 07:30 AM\n \nBP Station\n1128 Green Swamp Road South\nBolton\, North Carolina 28423\nMap\n\n\nRide Captain: \nEd “Gunner” Faude\nfoxtracehunter@yahoo.com\n910-548-1663\n\n\nSpecial Instructions: \nStage: 7:30 am\nKSU: 9:00 am\n\n\nFlags & Water:\nFlags will be provided\nIf you have large bike flags\, please bring them.\nWater WILL NOT be provided\, please bring your own.\n\n\n\nSubmitted By: EDWARD FAUDE \nPosition: North Carolina Assistant State Captain \n\nNote: You do not have to own/ride a motorcycle or be a veteran to join\, and membership is Free. The only requirement is RESPECT! To subscribe to receive mission notices\, log into the National Site and click on the Members tab at the top. Select the Subscribe to PGR Missions option.\n Print This Page
URL:https://www.patriotguard.org/mission/the-vietnam-traveling-memorial-wall/
CATEGORIES:HOTH Mission
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190728
DTSTAMP:20210403T184606
CREATED:20190718T235120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190718T235120Z
UID:167998-1564012800-1564271999@www.patriotguard.org
SUMMARY:Charles S. Lawler
DESCRIPTION:Honor Mission\nCharles S. Lawler\, KIA\nUSA – Korea\nTraverse City\, Michigan – 07-25-19\n\n\n\nABOUT THE MISSION: \nThe Family of Cpl Charles S. Lawler have invited the Patriot Guard Riders to be present for his honorable transfer and escort as well as stand a Flag line for his committal ceremony. In November 1950\, Cpl Lawler was a member of Company M\, 3rd Battalion\, 8th Cavalry Regiment\, 1st Cavalry Division. He was reported missing in action on Nov. 2\, 1950\, when his unit was attacked by enemy forces near Unsan\, North Korea. His remains could not be recovered following the attack and he was not reported as a prisoner of war. The U.S. Army declared him deceased as of Dec. 31\, 1953.\nRead more here: https://www.dpaa.mil/News-Stories/News-Releases/PressReleaseArticleView/Article/1849328/soldier-accounted-for-from-korean-war-lawler-c/\n\n\nPRIMARY STAGING DETAILS: 07-25-19 \nStaging Time: 10:00 AM\n \nCherry Capital Airport\n3375 Wright Dr\nTraverse City\, Michigan 49686\nMap\n\n\nRide Captain: \nArea 9 Ride Team\n(231) 649-1987\n\n\nSpecial Instructions: \nBriefing: 10:30 AM\nEscort: Following Briefing\nEscort to: Covell Funeral Home\, 232 East State St\, Traverse City.\nMap\n\n\nFlags & Water:\nFlags will not be provided\nIf you have large bike flags\, please bring them.\nWater WILL NOT be provided\, please bring your own.\n\nSTAGING #2 DETAILS: 07-27-19 \nStaging Time: 09:30 AM\n \nCovell Funeral Home\n232 East State St\nTraverse City\, Michigan 49684\nMap\n\n\nRide Captain: \nArea 9 Ride Team\n(231) 649-1987\n\n\nSpecial Instructions: \nBriefing: 10:00 AM\nKSU: 10:30 AM\nEscort to Oakwood Cemetery\, 1400 E. Eighth St\, Traverse City\, MI.\nMap\n\n\nFlags & Water:\nFlags will not be provided\nIf you have large bike flags\, please bring them.\nWater WILL NOT be provided\, please bring your own.\n\n\n\nSubmitted By: Alan Niemeyer \nPosition: Michigan State Captain \n\nNote: You do not have to own/ride a motorcycle or be a veteran to join\, and membership is Free. The only requirement is RESPECT! To subscribe to receive mission notices\, log into the National Site and click on the Members tab at the top. Select the Subscribe to PGR Missions option.\n Print This Page
URL:https://www.patriotguard.org/mission/charles-s-lawler/
CATEGORIES:Honor Mission
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190726
DTSTAMP:20210403T184606
CREATED:20190718T235327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190718T235327Z
UID:168229-1564012800-1564099199@www.patriotguard.org
SUMMARY:Kurt Douglas Flowers
DESCRIPTION:Honor Mission\nKurt Douglas Flowers\, Retired\nUSA – GW/ODS\nElizabethtown\, Kentucky – 07-25-19\n\n\n\nABOUT THE MISSION: \nKentucky has lost another brother\, it is now our honor to escort and stand for him. Escort to Kentucky Veterans Cemetery Central KVCC for Interment.\n\n\nPRIMARY STAGING DETAILS: 07-25-19 \nStaging Time: 09:30 AM\n \nTrowbridge Funeral Home (Old Atwood-Dixon Funeral Home)\n234 W. Dixie Ave.\nElizabethtown\, Kentucky 42701\n\n\nRide Captain: \nEdwin (Ed) Hartsell\nedwinhartsell@hotmail.com\n\n\nSpecial Instructions: \n\n\nFlags & Water:\nFlags will be provided\nIf you have large bike flags\, please bring them.\nWater will be provided.\n\n\n\nSubmitted By: James Johnson \nPosition: Kentucky Ride Captain \n\nNote: You do not have to own/ride a motorcycle or be a veteran to join\, and membership is Free. The only requirement is RESPECT! To subscribe to receive mission notices\, log into the National Site and click on the Members tab at the top. Select the Subscribe to PGR Missions option.\n Print This Page
URL:https://www.patriotguard.org/mission/kurt-douglas-flowers/
CATEGORIES:Honor Mission
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190726
DTSTAMP:20210403T184606
CREATED:20190719T013640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190719T013640Z
UID:168244-1564012800-1564099199@www.patriotguard.org
SUMMARY:Kevin Edwards
DESCRIPTION:Honor Mission\nKevin Edwards\, Veteran\nUSA\nSt. Petersburg\, Florida – 07-25-19\n\n\n \n\nABOUT THE MISSION: \nThe family of Kevin Edwards has graciously invited the Patriot Guard Riders to escort and stand in silent respect for their hero.\nMr. Edwards joined the U.S. Army after graduating from high school. He was an active member of NIMH (National Institute of Mental Health)\, Bazelon Center\, Goodwill Industries\, NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) and Faces and Voices of Recovery. He was the founder and former Chairperson of the James A. Haley Veterans Hospital Veterans Advocacy Council. He also served on the Florida State Advisory Council on Jail Diversion Trauma-Related for OEF/OIF Veterans and on the Central Florida Behavioral Health Network Board of Directors. His volunteer work began with the Salvation Army’s Borden Avenue Veterans Residence in Long Island City\, NY when he became homeless for the first time. He worked with Catholic Charities Food Pantries\, Swords to Plowshares in San Francisco\, CA\, Operation Dignity in Oakland\, CA\, Citiview Connections Clubhouse in New York City\, Hillsborough County Recovery & Resiliency Taskforce\, Department of Children and Families Services and a number of grassroots organizations doing homeless outreach and jail diversion. Mr. Edwards was a Certified Veteran Peer Support Specialist who never failed when called upon to help a veteran in distress\, regardless of the time of day or circumstances. Because of his stature\, he was described by some as a gentle giant with a special soul. He was a well-known popular activist and advocate for veterans and the mental health community.\n\n\nPRIMARY STAGING DETAILS: 07-25-19 \nStaging Time: 10:00 AM\n \nGlad Tidings Assembly of God\n4200 17th Avenue North\nSt. Petersburg\, Florida 33713\nMap\n\n\nRide Captain: \nThomas “T-Man” Brown\nCell: (727) 667-6029\nEmail: thomasbrowncpi@gmail.com\n\n\nSpecial Instructions: \nBriefing: As directed by Ride Captain\nFlag line Set: As directed by Ride Captain\nService: 11:00 AM\nEscort to Bay Pines National Cemetery directly after the service\n\n\nFlags & Water:\nFlags will not be provided\nIf you have large bike flags\, please bring them.\nWater WILL NOT be provided\, please bring your own.\n\nSTAGING #2 DETAILS: 07-25-19 \nStaging Time: 1:15  PM\n \nBay Pines National Cemetery\n10000 Bay Pines Blvd\nSt. Petersburg\, Florida 33708\nMap\n\n\nRide Captain: \nThomas “T-Man” Brown\nCell: (727) 667-6029\nEmail: thomasbrowncpi@gmail.com\n\n\nSpecial Instructions: \nBriefing: As directed by Ride Captain\nFlagline Set: As directed by Ride Captain\nInterment: 1:45 PM\n\nFlags & Water:\nFlags will not be provided\nIf you have large bike flags\, please bring them.\nWater WILL NOT be provided\, please bring your own. \n\n\n\nSubmitted By: William Franklin \nPosition: Florida Ride Captain \n\nNote: You do not have to own/ride a motorcycle or be a veteran to join\, and membership is Free. The only requirement is RESPECT! To subscribe to receive mission notices\, log into the National Site and click on the Members tab at the top. Select the Subscribe to PGR Missions option.\n Print This Page
URL:https://www.patriotguard.org/mission/kevin-edwards/
CATEGORIES:Honor Mission
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190728
DTSTAMP:20210403T184606
CREATED:20190719T015508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190719T015508Z
UID:168242-1564012800-1564271999@www.patriotguard.org
SUMMARY:William Edward Brandenburg
DESCRIPTION:Honor Mission\nWilliam Edward Brandenburg\, KIA\nUSMC – WWII\nHebron\, Kentucky – 07-25-19\n\n\n\nABOUT THE MISSION: \nHistorical File: https://tinyurl.com/yxtdk8a9\n\n\nPRIMARY STAGING DETAILS: 07-25-19 \nStaging Time: 2:00 PM\n \nCincinnati International Airport CVG Delta Cargo Warehouse\n3306 Kenton Rd\nHebron\, Kentucky 41408\n\n\nRide Captain: \nFrank Papia\nmapapia@yahoo.com\n\n\nSpecial Instructions: \n\n\nFlags & Water:\nFlags will not be provided\nIf you have large bike flags\, please bring them.\nWater WILL NOT be provided\, please bring your own.\n\nSTAGING #2 DETAILS: 07-27-19 \nStaging Time: 09:00 AM\n \nBrown Dawson Flick Funeral Home\n1350 Millville Ave.\nHamilton\, Ohio 45013\n\n\nRide Captain: \nFrank Papia mapapia@yahoo.com\n\n\nSpecial Instructions: \nInterment: Hickory Flat Cemetery following the Service.\n\n\nFlags & Water:\nFlags will not be provided\nIf you have large bike flags\, please bring them.\nWater WILL NOT be provided\, please bring your own.\n\n\n\nSubmitted By: Patrick O’Connor \nPosition: Ohio Assistant State Captain \n\nNote: You do not have to own/ride a motorcycle or be a veteran to join\, and membership is Free. The only requirement is RESPECT! To subscribe to receive mission notices\, log into the National Site and click on the Members tab at the top. Select the Subscribe to PGR Missions option.\n Print This Page
URL:https://www.patriotguard.org/mission/william-edward-brandenburg/
CATEGORIES:Honor Mission
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190726
DTSTAMP:20210403T184606
CREATED:20190719T020006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190719T020006Z
UID:168236-1564012800-1564099199@www.patriotguard.org
SUMMARY:Gerald Glenn Howard
DESCRIPTION:Honor Mission\nGerald Glenn Howard\, Retired\nUSA –\nElizabethtown\, Kentucky – 07-25-19\n\n\n\nABOUT THE MISSION: \nKentucky has lost another brother and a true American hero. It is now our honor to stand for him at the Brown Funeral Home and escort to the Kentucky Veterans Cemetery Central (KVCC).\n\n\nPRIMARY STAGING DETAILS: 07-25-19 \nStaging Time: 09:30 AM\n \nBrown Funeral Home\n306 College Street\nElizabethtown\, Kentucky 42701\n\n\nRide Captain: \nDon Gilmore\ndgilmore@bbtel.com\n\n\nSpecial Instructions: \n09:30 Stage and Stake Flags.\nPlease stage at the main building to the right as you enter the Cemetery and move forward as requested by the Ride Captain. This will ensure we do not disturb any other services taking place.\n10:00 Visitation Begins\n11:45 Render Final Salute\n12:00 Service Begins\nEscort following Service to Kentucky Veterans Cemetery Central (KVCC)\, 2501 North Dixie Boulevard\, Radcliff\, KY 40160.\n12:30 PM Stage and Stake Flags\n1:00 PM Committal Service Begins.\nPlease arrive hydrated\, be prepared for the Hot and wet weather conditions.\n\n\nFlags & Water:\nFlags will be provided\nIf you have large bike flags\, please bring them.\nWater will be provided.\n\n\n\nSubmitted By: James Johnson \nPosition: Kentucky Ride Captain \n\nNote: You do not have to own/ride a motorcycle or be a veteran to join\, and membership is Free. The only requirement is RESPECT! To subscribe to receive mission notices\, log into the National Site and click on the Members tab at the top. Select the Subscribe to PGR Missions option.\n Print This Page
URL:https://www.patriotguard.org/mission/gerald-glenn-howard/
CATEGORIES:Honor Mission
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190726
DTSTAMP:20210403T184606
CREATED:20190719T033655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190719T033655Z
UID:167997-1564012800-1564099199@www.patriotguard.org
SUMMARY:Paul Clarence McCracken
DESCRIPTION:Honor Mission\nPaul Clarence McCracken\, Veteran\nUSCG – WWII\nPalo Cedro\, California – 07-25-19\n\n\n\nABOUT THE MISSION: \nMerchant Marine Paul Clarence McCracken served honorably during WWII in the Pacific Theater aboard the Esso Morfolk\, Rider Victory and the Allan B. Alch. He was awarded the Merchant Marine Emblem Pacific War Zone Bar.\n\n\nPRIMARY STAGING DETAILS: 07-25-19 \nStaging Time: 09:15 AM\n \nAlan and Dahl\n21853 Honor Court\nPalo Cedro\, California 96073\n\n\nRide Captain: \nRobert V. Prosser\n530 472-3350\nbvprosser@yahoo.com\n\n\nSpecial Instructions: \n\n\nFlags & Water:\nFlags will not be provided\nIf you have large bike flags\, please bring them.\nWater will be provided.\n\n\n\nSubmitted By: Robert Prosser \nPosition: California Assistant State Captain \n\nNote: You do not have to own/ride a motorcycle or be a veteran to join\, and membership is Free. The only requirement is RESPECT! To subscribe to receive mission notices\, log into the National Site and click on the Members tab at the top. Select the Subscribe to PGR Missions option.\n Print This Page
URL:https://www.patriotguard.org/mission/paul-clarence-mccracken/
CATEGORIES:Honor Mission
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190726
DTSTAMP:20210403T184606
CREATED:20190720T222613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190720T222613Z
UID:168371-1564012800-1564099199@www.patriotguard.org
SUMMARY:American Heroes
DESCRIPTION:Honor Mission\nAmerican Heroes\n–\nPortland\, Oregon – 07-25-19\n\n\n\nABOUT THE MISSION: \nLadies and Gentlemen of the Patriot Guard Riders\, we have been invited by Willamette National Cemetery to participate in the monthly For Whom The Bells Toll service. This service is for Veterans that were interred with no family present. Please join us as we honor their Service and Sacrifice to this great Country.\n\n\nPRIMARY STAGING DETAILS: 07-25-19 \nStaging Time: 1:35 PM\n \nWillamette National Cemetery\n11800 SE Mt Scott Blvd\nPortland\, Oregon 97086\n\n\nRide Captain: \nTim Johnson\ntimjo1950@gmail.com\n\n\nSpecial Instructions: \nBriefing: 1:40 pm\nKSU: 1:45 pm\nService Begins: 2:00 pm.\nMeet up top at the Rostrum by the flagpole Please enter the cemetery through Gate 1 or 3 as the normal gate is under construction.\n\n\nFlags & Water:\nFlags will not be provided\nIf you have large bike flags\, please bring them.\nWater WILL NOT be provided\, please bring your own.\n\n\n\nSubmitted By: John Hanan II \nPosition: Oregon State Captain \n\nNote: You do not have to own/ride a motorcycle or be a veteran to join\, and membership is Free. The only requirement is RESPECT! To subscribe to receive mission notices\, log into the National Site and click on the Members tab at the top. Select the Subscribe to PGR Missions option.\n Print This Page
URL:https://www.patriotguard.org/mission/american-heroes-178/
CATEGORIES:Honor Mission
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190726
DTSTAMP:20210403T184606
CREATED:20190721T214453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190721T214453Z
UID:168376-1564012800-1564099199@www.patriotguard.org
SUMMARY:William Reno
DESCRIPTION:Honor Mission\nWilliam Reno\, Veteran\nUSA\nSt. Louis\, Missouri – 07-25-19\n\n\n\nABOUT THE MISSION: \nPatriot Guard Riders\,\nWe have been distinctly privileged to honor a member of the United States Military.\nPlease join us in standing a flag line of honor and respect for U. S. Army 101st Airborne veteran\, William Reno.\n\n\nPRIMARY STAGING DETAILS: 07-25-19 \nStaging Time: 12:30 pm  \nJefferson Barracks National Cemetery\n2900 Sheridan Rd.\nSt. Louis\, Missouri 63125\n\n\nRide Captain: \nMike Albershuc\nk3517@yahoo.com\n\n\nSpecial Instructions: \nStage-12:30 pm\nService-1:00 pm\nFLAG SUPPORT – Denny Eads\n\n\nFlags & Water:\nFlags will be provided\nIf you have large bike flags\, please bring them.\nWater will be provided.\n\n\n\nSubmitted By: Michael Albers \nPosition: Missouri Ride Captain \n\nNote: You do not have to own/ride a motorcycle or be a veteran to join\, and membership is Free. The only requirement is RESPECT! To subscribe to receive mission notices\, log into the National Site and click on the Members tab at the top. Select the Subscribe to PGR Missions option.\n Print This Page
URL:https://www.patriotguard.org/mission/william-reno/
CATEGORIES:Honor Mission
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190726
DTSTAMP:20210403T184606
CREATED:20190721T223244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190721T223244Z
UID:168429-1564012800-1564099199@www.patriotguard.org
SUMMARY:Douglas C. Erickson
DESCRIPTION:Honor Mission\nDouglas C. Erickson\, Veteran\nUSA USAF – Korea\, Vietnam\nSan Antonio\, Texas – 07-25-19\n\n\n\nABOUT THE MISSION: \nThe family of Mr. Douglas C Erickson\, a US Army/Air Force Veteran\, requests the presence and participation of the Patriot Guard Riders at the graveside rendering of military honors of their loved one. Mr. Erickson proudly served 22 years in the Armed Forces in both the Army and Air Force. He was a veteran of the Korean and Vietnam Wars.\n\n\nPRIMARY STAGING DETAILS: 07-25-19 \nStaging Time: 08:00 AM\n \nLowe’s Home Improvement\n1470 Austin Hwy\nSan Antonio\, Texas 78209\nMap\n\n\nRide Captain: \nMichael “Twin Tower” Roberts\nmbnroberts@me.com\n\n\nSpecial Instructions: \nStaging: 08:00 AM\nBriefing: 08:15 AM\nKSU: 08:30 AM\nInterment: 09:00 AM\, Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery\, 1520 Harry Wurzbach Rd\, San Antonio\, TX 78209.\nMap\nFlags: Dalton “Cowboy” Watson\n\n\nFlags & Water:\nFlags will be provided\nIf you have large bike flags\, please bring them.\nWater will be provided.\n\n\n\nSubmitted By: Lisa Menard \nPosition: Texas Ride Captain \n\nNote: You do not have to own/ride a motorcycle or be a veteran to join\, and membership is Free. The only requirement is RESPECT! To subscribe to receive mission notices\, log into the National Site and click on the Members tab at the top. Select the Subscribe to PGR Missions option.\n Print This Page
URL:https://www.patriotguard.org/mission/douglas-c-erickson/
CATEGORIES:Honor Mission
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190726
DTSTAMP:20210403T184606
CREATED:20190722T101432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190722T102320Z
UID:168468-1564012800-1564099199@www.patriotguard.org
SUMMARY:John E. Carcione
DESCRIPTION:Honor Mission\nJohn E. Carcione\, Veteran\nUSA\, USN – WWII\, LEO (Retired)\nBushnell\, Florida – 07-25-19\n\n\n \n\nABOUT THE MISSION: \nThe family of John E. Carcione has graciously requested the Patriot Guard Riders’ presence as they show their final respects to their loved one. PFC Carcione faithfully served his country in the U.S. Navy and U.S. Army and fought in the European Theater. Upon his return home\, he worked for the Metropolitan District Commission Police (predecessor for Boston PD) where he retired.\nPlease bring your 3 X 5 American Flags and stand in Honor and Respect for this U.S. Soldier and his family.\n\n\nPRIMARY STAGING DETAILS: 07-25-19 \nStaging Time: 12:15  \nFlorida National Cemetery\n6502 SW 102nd Ave\nBushnell\, Florida 33513\nMap\n\n\nRide Captain: \nJack Fair\ncell (727) 857-4416\n\n\nSpecial Instructions: \n12:30pm – Brief\n1:00pm  –  Service\n          Please hydrate!\n\n\nFlags & Water:\nFlags will not be provided.\nLarge Bike Flags will NOT be needed.\nWater WILL NOT be provided\, please bring your own.\n\n\nSubmitted By: Jeff Garten \nPosition: Florida Assistant State Captain \n\nNote: You do not have to own/ride a motorcycle or be a veteran to join\, and membership is Free. The only requirement is RESPECT! To subscribe to receive mission notices\, log into the National Site and click on the Members tab at the top. Select the Subscribe to PGR Missions option.\n Print This Page
URL:https://www.patriotguard.org/mission/john-e-carcione-2/
CATEGORIES:Honor Mission
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190726
DTSTAMP:20210403T184606
CREATED:20190722T195433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190722T195433Z
UID:168497-1564012800-1564099199@www.patriotguard.org
SUMMARY:Nathaniel S. Thomas\, Sr.
DESCRIPTION:Honor Mission\nNathaniel S. Thomas\, Sr.\, Veteran\nUSMC\, USMCR\nSt. Louis\, Missouri – 07-25-19\n\n\n\n\nABOUT THE MISSION: \nThe Patriot Guard Riders\, at the family’s request\, will be honored to stand a flag line of honor and respect for veteran Nathaniel S. Thomas Sr.\, 76\, and escort him to the hallowed grounds of Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery where he will receive full military honors. Mr. Thomas proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps from 1960 to 1964 as a Mortar Man\, and then in the USMC Reserves until 1966.  His awards include the Good Conduct Medal (1st Award).  Hero Thomas\, a grateful nation thanks you and is indebted to you for your honorable service. Your sacrifices have granted us the freedoms we continue to enjoy to this very day. Thank you and Godspeed.\n\n\nPRIMARY STAGING DETAILS: 07-25-19 \nStaging Time: 10:00am\n \nAustin Layne Mortuary\n7239 West Florissant\nSt. Louis\, Missouri 63136\n\n\nRide Captain: \nJim “(1) Gun-Shy” Kleszczewski\n314-956-6899\njimkl2112@gmail.com\n\n\nSpecial Instructions: \n10:00 AM – Ride meeting followed by flag line welcoming family and friends (visitation will be in progress).\n11:00 AM – Funeral Service followed by honor escort to Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery (22 mi).\n1:30 PM – Committal Service/Military Honors.  Current forecast for Thursday is mostly sunny with a high of 83.  Please hydrate much more than believed necessary. Cages always welcome.\n\nFlags & Water:\nFlags will be provided\nIf you have large bike flags\, please bring them.\nWater will be provided.\n\n\n\nSubmitted By: Jim Kleszczewski \nPosition: Missouri Ride Captain \n\nNote: You do not have to own/ride a motorcycle or be a veteran to join\, and membership is Free. The only requirement is RESPECT! To subscribe to receive mission notices\, log into the National Site and click on the Members tab at the top. Select the Subscribe to PGR Missions option.\n Print This Page
URL:https://www.patriotguard.org/mission/nathaniel-s-thomas-sr/
CATEGORIES:Honor Mission
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190726
DTSTAMP:20210403T184606
CREATED:20190722T212757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190723T012036Z
UID:168510-1564012800-1564099199@www.patriotguard.org
SUMMARY:John A Hoffmann
DESCRIPTION:Honor Mission\nJohn A Hoffmann\nUSMC  \, Vietnam\nMarietta\, Georgia – 07-25-19\n\n\n\n\nABOUT THE MISSION: \nIt is our honor to assemble\, at the family’s request\, and stand a silent flag line to show Honor and Respect to USMC CPL John A Hoffmann at the celebration of his life. In 1968 \,at the height of the Vietnam war DR. Hoffman graduated from Logan College of Chiropractic in Chesterfield\, Missouri\, a suburb of St. Louis\, Missouri Shortly after completing his chiropractic education Dr. Hofmann was drafted into the U.S. Marines. He served one tour of duty in Viet Nam encountering extensive combat and was exposed to warfare-related agents that would ultimately contribute to a decline in his health.\nFollowing an honorable discharge from the Marines\, Dr. Hofmann sought licensure to practice chiropractic in Michigan and in 1972 he established his first office in Allen Park\, Michigan. Upon his retirement from active practice Dr. Hofmann’s son\,  now a chiropractor himself\, assumed the responsibilities of his father’s practice.\nOne of his greatest passions in life apart from his family\, was Life Chiropractic College which he helped found in 1974 in Marietta\, Georgia. He offered his time\, treasure and talent to see the College grow into Life University and went on to serve as a senior adviser to every president of Life University. Along the way\, he had the pleasure of seeing his daughter\,  and his son\, earn their Doctor of Chiropractic (D.C.) degrees from the institution he worked so hard to establish.\nDr. John Hofmann\, the chiropractor and John Hofmann\, the U.S. Marine were never far apart. The ethos of the Marine Corps\, Semper Fidelis\, always faithful\, was with him throughout his entire adult life.\nThe above text comes from the Woodstock Funeral Home obituary which can be  read here.\nPlease see below for special\, specific instructions.\n\n\nPRIMARY STAGING DETAILS: 07-25-19 \nStaging Time: 09:15  \nLife University’s Campus\nParking Lot “M” is for PGR\n1269 Barclay Circle\,\nMarietta\, Georgia 30060\nCampus Map\n\n\nRide Captain: \nTom “Knobby” Walsh\npartiotguardrider.tom@gmail.com\n770-605-6903\n\n\nSpecial Instructions: \nThis will be a flag line only with the flag line set p in two different locations. Please pay attention to the instructions printed here and to the directions of the Ride Captain on site.Park at parking lot “M” as shown on this  Campus Map.\nWe will have a briefing and set the flag line at Building #23 in the entryway.We will stand until the service begins at 11:00 AM\,We will move the flag line to the Peace Pole Garden in Lyceum Park marked as #5  where Taps will be played and the flag folded and presented to the family. All of the people attending the service are invited to move to Peace Pole Garden to witness Honors.\n\nFlags & Water:\nFlags will be provided\nLarge Bike Flags will NOT be needed.\nWater will be provided.\n\n\n\nSubmitted By: Tom Walsh \nPosition: Georgia Ride Captain \n\nNote: You do not have to own/ride a motorcycle or be a veteran to join\, and membership is Free. The only requirement is RESPECT! To subscribe to receive mission notices\, log into the National Site and click on the Members tab at the top. Select the Subscribe to PGR Missions option.\n Print This Page
URL:https://www.patriotguard.org/mission/john-a-hoffmann/
CATEGORIES:Honor Mission
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190726
DTSTAMP:20210403T184606
CREATED:20190723T000740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190723T001438Z
UID:168488-1564012800-1564099199@www.patriotguard.org
SUMMARY:Clint S Caldwell
DESCRIPTION:Honor Mission\nClint S Caldwell\n\nWright City\, Oklahoma – 07-25-19\n\n\n\nABOUT THE MISSION: \nThe family of LT. Clint Stacy Caldwell McCurtain County Sheriff’s Dept\, has requested the Patriot Guard Riders to stand a flag-line at his funeral service to be held on Thursday\, 25 July 2019\, in Wright City\,OK.  We will accompany the Hero\, family and friends to Slater Memorial Cemetery for interment.\n\n\nPRIMARY STAGING DETAILS: 07-25-19 \nStaging: 9:00 AM\n \nWright City School Auditorium\n701 School St.\nWright City\, Oklahoma 74766\n\n\nRide Captain: \nJeff Trusty\njtrusty912@yahoo.com\n580-208-8099\n\nDale ‘Doc’ Young\nDale11@classicnet.net\n580-286-1615\n\n\nSpecial Instructions: \nMandatory briefing: 9:15 AM\, You must attend briefing to accompany the hero\, family and friends to the cemetery.\nFlag-line: 9:30 AM\n          Service: 10:00 AM\n          Weather: temp low 63\, high 88 partly cloudy.\n\n\nFlags & Water:\nFlags will be provided\nIf you have large bike flags\, please bring them.\nWater will be provided.\n\nSubmitted By: Ronnie Smith \nPosition: Oklahoma Ride Captain \n\nNote: You do not have to own/ride a motorcycle or be a veteran to join\, and membership is Free. The only requirement is RESPECT! To subscribe to receive mission notices\, log into the National Site and click on the Members tab at the top. Select the Subscribe to PGR Missions option.\n Print This Page
URL:https://www.patriotguard.org/mission/clint-s-caldwell/
CATEGORIES:Honor Mission
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190726
DTSTAMP:20210403T184606
CREATED:20190723T004218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190723T004348Z
UID:168498-1564012800-1564099199@www.patriotguard.org
SUMMARY:American Heroes
DESCRIPTION:Honor Mission\nAmerican Heroes\n–\nBiloxi\, Mississippi – 07-25-19\n\n\n\nABOUT THE MISSION: \nBiloxi National Monthly Unattended Veterans Memorial Service. *Note: This is a monthly (as needed) memorial service at Biloxi National Cemetery to honor those veterans who for various reasons had no family available to attend their service. They will be honored at this Memorial service and their names read.\n\n\nPRIMARY STAGING DETAILS: 07-25-19 \nStaging Time: 1:45 PM\n \nParking lot at Big Play\nCorner of Hwy 90 and Veterans Ave\nBiloxi\, Mississippi 39532\n\n\nRide Captain: \nBud Jones\n228-223-5472\n\n\nSpecial Instructions: \nKSU 2:10 pm.\nWe will ride in to committal shelter to arrive together.\nFlag line at the 2:30 pm service to show honor and respect to these Heroes.\n\n\nFlags & Water:\nFlags will be provided\nLarge Bike Flags will NOT be needed.\nWater WILL NOT be provided\, please bring your own.\n\n\n\nSubmitted By: Sandie Schlett \nPosition: Mississippi Assistant State Captain \n\nNote: You do not have to own/ride a motorcycle or be a veteran to join\, and membership is Free. The only requirement is RESPECT! To subscribe to receive mission notices\, log into the National Site and click on the Members tab at the top. Select the Subscribe to PGR Missions option.\n Print This Page
URL:https://www.patriotguard.org/mission/american-heroes-180/
CATEGORIES:Honor Mission
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190726
DTSTAMP:20210403T184606
CREATED:20190723T004308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190723T004308Z
UID:168506-1564012800-1564099199@www.patriotguard.org
SUMMARY:Thomas L. “Tommy” Barker
DESCRIPTION:Honor Mission\nThomas L. “Tommy” Barker\, Veteran\nUSA –\nDublin\, Ohio – 07-25-19\n\n\n\nABOUT THE MISSION: \nPFC Thomas L. “Tommy” Barker\, 77\, Dublin\, Ohio.\nObituary\n\n\nPRIMARY STAGING DETAILS: 07-25-19 \nStaging Time: 11:00  \nNewcomer – Southwest Chapel\n3393 Broadway\nDublin\, Ohio 43123\n\n\nRide Captain: \nMark Squires\nmark_squires551@yahoo.com\n\n\nSpecial Instructions: \n\n\nFlags & Water:\nFlags will not be provided\nLarge Bike Flags will NOT be needed.\nWater WILL NOT be provided\, please bring your own.\n\n\n\nSubmitted By: Robert Woods \nPosition: Ohio State Captain \n\nNote: You do not have to own/ride a motorcycle or be a veteran to join\, and membership is Free. The only requirement is RESPECT! To subscribe to receive mission notices\, log into the National Site and click on the Members tab at the top. Select the Subscribe to PGR Missions option.\n Print This Page
URL:https://www.patriotguard.org/mission/thomas-l-tommy-barker/
CATEGORIES:Honor Mission
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190726
DTSTAMP:20210403T184606
CREATED:20190723T092721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190723T092721Z
UID:168539-1564012800-1564099199@www.patriotguard.org
SUMMARY:Orville Rex Cook
DESCRIPTION:Honor Mission\nOrville Rex Cook\, Veteran\nUSAF –  Vietnam\nSapulpa\, Oklahoma – 07-25-19\n\n\n\nABOUT THE MISSION: \nThe family of USAF Vietnam Veteran SSgt Orville Rex Jr have asked the PGR to stand a flag line at his “Celebration of Line” Service.\n\n\nPRIMARY STAGING DETAILS: 07-25-19 \nStaging Time: 8:45 AM  \nFirst Baptist Church\n200 S Elm\nSapulpa\, Oklahoma 74066\n\n\nRide Captain: \nMike “Penni” Pennington\nwmp8843@cox.net\n918-557-1030\n\n\nSpecial Instructions: \nMandatory Briefing: 9:00 AM\nFlag Line: 9:30 AM\nWeather: Forecast high of 85 and sunny\n\n\nFlags & Water:\nFlags will be provided\nLarge Bike Flags will NOT be needed.\nWater will be provided.\n\nSubmitted By: William Pennington \nPosition: Oklahoma Ride Captain \n\nNote: You do not have to own/ride a motorcycle or be a veteran to join\, and membership is Free. The only requirement is RESPECT! To subscribe to receive mission notices\, log into the National Site and click on the Members tab at the top. Select the Subscribe to PGR Missions option.\n Print This Page
URL:https://www.patriotguard.org/mission/orville-rex-cook/
CATEGORIES:Honor Mission
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190726
DTSTAMP:20210403T184606
CREATED:20190723T093503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190723T093503Z
UID:168546-1564012800-1564099199@www.patriotguard.org
SUMMARY:Linden A. Foster
DESCRIPTION:Honor Mission\nLinden A. Foster\, Veteran\nUSAF\nHolly\, Michigan – 07-25-19\n\n\n\nABOUT THE MISSION: \nThe family of Linden A. Foster\, 78\, has invited the Patriot Guard Riders to stand in honor of his service to our country.\nMr. Foster was born 6 July 1941 and passed 19 July 2019.\nMr. Foster enlisted in the U.S. Air Force in April of 1961 until April 1965 and was trained on radar equipment. Mr. Foster was stationed at Keesler Air Force Base and the 698th Radar Squadron\, Thomasville Air Station. Mr. Foster was on active duty during the Cuban Missile Crisis of October 1962\, where Airman Foster and others were known as “Scope Dopes” watching the skies between the mainland USA and Cuba.\nHe enjoyed woodworking and building\, hunting\, golfing\, bowling and playing cards\, especially Euchre\, but his most treasured times were those spent with his family. Mr. and Mrs. Foster had four children\, eleven grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren\nObituary\n\n\nPRIMARY STAGING DETAILS: 07-25-19 \nStaging Time: 8:15 AM\n \nMcDonald’s\n15187 N. Holly Rd.\nHolly\, Michigan 48442\nMap\n\n\nRide Captain: \nHAM\n(248) 842-6539\n\n\nSpecial Instructions: \nBriefing: 8:45 AM\nKSU: 9:05 AM\nService: 9:30 AM\n\n\nFlags & Water:\nFlags will not be provided\nLarge Bike Flags will NOT be needed.\nWater WILL NOT be provided\, please bring your own.\n\n\n\nSubmitted By: Terrence Laurencelle \nPosition: Michigan Ride Captain \n\nNote: You do not have to own/ride a motorcycle or be a veteran to join\, and membership is Free. The only requirement is RESPECT! To subscribe to receive mission notices\, log into the National Site and click on the Members tab at the top. Select the Subscribe to PGR Missions option.\n Print This Page
URL:https://www.patriotguard.org/mission/linden-a-foster/
CATEGORIES:Honor Mission
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190726
DTSTAMP:20210403T184606
CREATED:20190723T125602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190723T125602Z
UID:168531-1564012800-1564099199@www.patriotguard.org
SUMMARY:John W Cherry
DESCRIPTION:Honor Mission\nJohn W Cherry\, Veteran\nUSA –\nParis\, Texas – 07-24-19\n\n\n\nABOUT THE MISSION: \nMr. Cherry was born in Westbrook\, Texas to Jim H. and Letres Rose Cherry. He served in the United States Army.\nObituary\n\n\nPRIMARY STAGING DETAILS: 07-24-19 \nStaging Time: 08:30 AM\n \nFry-Gibbs Funeral Home Chapel\n730 Clarksville Street\nParis\, Texas 75460\nMap\n\n\nRide Captain: \nMike Moses\n940-368-3132\nmmoses@wildblue.net\n\n\nSpecial Instructions: \nStage: 8:30 a.m.\nRiders meeting: 8:45 a.m.\nDirections to the cemetery will be given by the Ride Captain.\nCemetery is approximately 25 miles from funeral home.\nBIG FLAG BIKES APPRECIATED.\nPlease remain flexible as to the requirements of the mission. (SEMPER GUMBY)\n\n\nFlags & Water:\nFlags will be provided\nIf you have large bike flags\, please bring them.\nWater will be provided.\n\n\n\nSubmitted By: Michael Eubank \nPosition: Texas Deputy State Captain \n\nNote: You do not have to own/ride a motorcycle or be a veteran to join\, and membership is Free. The only requirement is RESPECT! To subscribe to receive mission notices\, log into the National Site and click on the Members tab at the top. Select the Subscribe to PGR Missions option.\n Print This Page
URL:https://www.patriotguard.org/mission/john-w-cherry/
CATEGORIES:Honor Mission
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190726
DTSTAMP:20210403T184606
CREATED:20190723T132205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190723T132205Z
UID:168462-1564012800-1564099199@www.patriotguard.org
SUMMARY:Rodney “El-Rod” Hale
DESCRIPTION:Honor Mission\nRodney “El-Rod” Hale\, Veteran\nUSMC – Vietnam\nSaint Peters\, Missouri – 07-25-19\n\n\n\nABOUT THE MISSION: \nLadies and Gentlemen of the Patriot Guard Riders\, our presence has been requested to honor one of our Patriot Guard Brothers and a revered member of the United States Marine Corps\, Rodney “El-Rod” Hale. We will be escorting El-Rod to the hallowed grounds of Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery where he will receive full military honors.“El-Rod” joined the Marine Corps at the young age of eighteen and served from 1973 to 1977 as a Field Radio Operator. He achieved the rank of Sergeant and earned the National Defense Service Medal and the Good Conduct Medal. As an active PGR member\, “El-Rod” was a fixture at Honor Flights and the Snowball Express and could always be seen handing out flag pins to the kids. He is survived by his two daughters. This is an escort mission only.\n\n\nPRIMARY STAGING DETAILS: 07-25-19 \nStaging Time: 09:00 AM\n \nMid Rivers Mall (Parking lot by J.C. Penny and the Mid Rivers Cinema)\n1600 Mid Rivers Mall\nSaint Peters\, Missouri 63376\n\n\nRide Captain: \nRon “Pete” Peterson\nron.peterson@charter.net\n636.443.9643\n\n\nSpecial Instructions: \nRide Meeting: 9:10 A.M.\nDignified Transfer: 9:30 A.M.\nEscort: Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery.\nAppointment time: 11:00 A.M.\nFlag Support: Danny “Wolfman” Reinbold\, (Alternative) Denny “Dutchman” Eads (Jefferson Barracks).\nPlease arrive well in advance of the stage time. We are expecting a large turnout.\nWeather is projected to be a high of 84* with a 10% chance of rain.\nCages are welcome.\nHYDRATE HYDRATE HYDRATE\n\n\nFlags & Water:\nFlags will be provided\nIf you have large bike flags\, please bring them.\nWater will be provided.\n\n\n\nSubmitted By: Ronald Peterson \nPosition: Missouri Ride Captain \n\nNote: You do not have to own/ride a motorcycle or be a veteran to join\, and membership is Free. The only requirement is RESPECT! To subscribe to receive mission notices\, log into the National Site and click on the Members tab at the top. Select the Subscribe to PGR Missions option.\n Print This Page
URL:https://www.patriotguard.org/mission/rodney-el-rod-hale-2/
CATEGORIES:Honor Mission
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190726
DTSTAMP:20210403T184606
CREATED:20190723T142544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190723T142544Z
UID:168577-1564012800-1564099199@www.patriotguard.org
SUMMARY:Wayne Simmons
DESCRIPTION:Honor Mission\nWayne Simmons\, Veteran\nUSN – WWII\nSapulpa\, Oklahoma – 07-25-19\n\n\n\nABOUT THE MISSION: \nThe family of US Navy WWII Veteran Wayne Simmons have asked the PGR to stand a Flag Line during his Interment Service at 2:00 PM. The PGR will perform Military Honors.\n\n\nPRIMARY STAGING DETAILS: 07-25-19 \nStaging Time: 1:15 PM\n \nGreen Hill Funeral Home Chapel\n400 E Teel Rd\nSapulpa\, Oklahoma 74066\n\n\nRide Captain: \nMike “Penni” Pennington\nwmp8843@cox.net\n918-557-1030\nALWAYS RIDING WITH RESPECT\n\n\nSpecial Instructions: \nMandatory Briefing: 1:30 PM\nFlag Line: 1:45 PM\nWeather: Forecast high 85 and sunny.\nPGR will perform Military Honors.\n\n\nFlags & Water:\nFlags will be provided\nLarge Bike Flags will NOT be needed.\nWater will be provided.\n\n\n\nSubmitted By: William Pennington \nPosition: Oklahoma Ride Captain \n\nNote: You do not have to own/ride a motorcycle or be a veteran to join\, and membership is Free. The only requirement is RESPECT! To subscribe to receive mission notices\, log into the National Site and click on the Members tab at the top. Select the Subscribe to PGR Missions option.\n Print This Page
URL:https://www.patriotguard.org/mission/wayne-simmons/
CATEGORIES:Honor Mission
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190727
DTSTAMP:20210403T184606
CREATED:20190723T221646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190723T221646Z
UID:168601-1564012800-1564185599@www.patriotguard.org
SUMMARY:J. Barry Neas
DESCRIPTION:Honor Mission\nJ. Barry Neas\, Veteran\nUSN\nLunenburg\, Massachusetts – 07-26-19\n\n\n\nABOUT THE MISSION: \nThe family of U.S. Navy Veteran J. Barry Neas has requested our presence at the wake\, funeral and interment of their beloved Hero.\nBarry was a proud Vietnam Era Navy Veteran. He was able to show that deep pride in many parts of the country with his beloved Team Rubicon brothers and sisters. He was also a contributing member of Project Healing Waters\, The Mission Continues and Vietnam Veterans of America.\n\n\nPRIMARY STAGING DETAILS: 07-26-19 \nStaging Time: 8:45 AM\n \nSt. Boniface Church\nParking Lot – Furthest Lot to the Left (West) of the Church\n817 Massachusetts Avenue\nLunenburg\, Massachusetts 01462\n\n\nRide Captain: \nLarry Drum\nledrum56@yahoo.com\n\n\nSpecial Instructions: \nBriefing: 9:15 AM\nKSU: 9:20 AM\nWake: Thursday\, July 25\, 2019\, Time: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM\, at: Anderson Funeral Home\, 250 Main Street (Rte. 119) Townsend\, MA 01469.\nPlease attend on your own for as long as you can. Joe Young will have flags for those who attend.\n\n\nFlags & Water:\nFlags will be provided\nLarge Bike Flags will NOT be needed.\nWater WILL NOT be provided\, please bring your own.\n\n\n\nSubmitted By: Larry Drum \nPosition: Massachusetts Assistant State Captain \n\nNote: You do not have to own/ride a motorcycle or be a veteran to join\, and membership is Free. The only requirement is RESPECT! To subscribe to receive mission notices\, log into the National Site and click on the Members tab at the top. Select the Subscribe to PGR Missions option.\n Print This Page
URL:https://www.patriotguard.org/mission/j-barry-neas/
CATEGORIES:Honor Mission
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190725
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190726
DTSTAMP:20210403T184606
CREATED:20190723T222948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190723T222948Z
UID:168594-1564012800-1564099199@www.patriotguard.org
SUMMARY:American Hero
DESCRIPTION:Honor Mission\nAmerican Hero\nUSN\nUnion Grove\, Wisconsin – 07-25-19\n\n\n\nABOUT THE MISSION: \nThe Patriot Guard Riders are proud to stand for this American Hero. \nOn Thursday\, July\, 25 2019 at 11:00 AM military funeral honors will be provided for a U.S. Navy Veteran.\n\n\nPRIMARY STAGING DETAILS: 07-25-19 \nStaging Time: 10:00 am\n \nSouthern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery\nWisconsin Department Veterans Affairs\n21731 Spring Street\nUnion Grove\, Wisconsin\n\n\nRide Captain: \nPer policy no RC assigned. Any RC attending may take the role.\nQuestions contact State Captain John Curran\, jcurran516@aol.com\n\n\nSpecial Instructions: \n\n\nFlags & Water:\nFlags will not be provided\nLarge Bike Flags will NOT be needed.\nWater WILL NOT be provided\, please bring your own.\n\n\n\nSubmitted By: John Curran \nPosition: Wisconsin State Captain \n\nNote: You do not have to own/ride a motorcycle or be a veteran to join\, and membership is Free. The only requirement is RESPECT! To subscribe to receive mission notices\, log into the National Site and click on the Members tab at the top. Select the Subscribe to PGR Missions option.\n Print This Page
URL:https://www.patriotguard.org/mission/american-hero-35/
CATEGORIES:Honor Mission
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