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Staging: 10:00 Duncanville / DFW Cemetery
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Staging: 12:45 DFW Airport / Arlington Due To KIA Arrival (Funeral Service) Staging: 13:00 Fort Worth Due To KIA Arrival (Funeral, Interment Service) Staging: 14:30 Dallas |
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The Family Of A U.S. Marine Killed In Action Has Requested Our Presence. Click Here To Watch An Interview With Cpl. McGeath's Mother.
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Update 01/26/2012 | The latest update on Larry is that he remains in the ICU at URHC in Wichita Falls. Ann says he is in good spirits and resting comfortable as you can after such a spill. Doctors are still evaluating his ankle and shoulder injuries to decide the best time for surgery, they still continue to monitor the concussion and swelling in the brain. Please continue to hold Larry up in your prayers as well as Ann, that he will lift and strengthen both of them. I am enclosing Larry’s contact information for those that have asked. Larry in the ICU Room 349 at URHC. Thanks, Jimmy Please keep PGR Rider Larry Smith from Bowie, TX, in your prayers. Larry was the rider that went down on FM174 this afternoon on his way home to Bowie from a mission in Olney, TX this afternoon. Larry is in serious but stable condition in ICU at United Regional Health Center. He has numerous fractured vertebrae in his back and neck, fractured shoulder and ankle, and concussion. Larry was awake and responsive when we left him just a while ago. A good helmet and soft ground and the Good Lord riding with him are all responsible for saving his life this afternoon. Again, please keep Larry and his wife Ann in your prayers. Will keep you all posted on Larry’s condition. Jim "Smurf" Murphy Ride Captain
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Thank You From Mrs. Charles Gentry
Dear Patriot Guard
| The escort, your presence, the beautiful flags, the flag presentation, all of these were such a comfort to our family. Your kindness and beautiful tribute will never be forgotten by our family Family of Charles E Gentry
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Patriotic Ride Turns Tragic
| JASPER COUNTY - by Steve Stewart/KJAS - What began as a patriotic gesture by several East Texas Christian motorcycle clubs for a U.S. soldier home from the Middle East turned tragic over the weekend when the group was involved in two separate major accidents. Read more: http://ww.kfdm.com/articles/collision-46718-blvd-rayburn.html#ixzz1kOGXpHIz
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Medal of Honor Recipient John F. Baker Dead at 66
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Army Master Sgt. John F. Baker Jr., who received the Medal of Honor for
saving the lives of eight of his fellow Soldiers, killing 10 Viet Cong and
knocking out six machine-gun bunkers after his unit was ambushed Nov. 5,
1966, in Vietnam, died Friday evening after collapsing in his Northeast
Richland home. He was 66. Baker and his wife,
Donnell, had just returned home from supper when he collapsed, said retired
Maj. Gen. Gene Rogers of Columbia, a family friend. Baker had suffered heart
problems and had been using oxygen for about a year and a half, Rogers said. The Medal of Honor is
the nation's highest award for valor in combat. Baker's commander, Robert
Foley, also received the Medal of Honor for the unit's action. "We've lost a brave and
courageous American hero," Rogers said. "He and Donnell asked for so little
and did so much for the country. The country is a better place because he
lived in it." Baker was active in
veteran's issues and was instrumental in bringing the national Medal of
Honor convention to Charleston in 2010. Baker was born in
Davenport, Iowa, and went to high school in nearby Moline, Ill. In 2008, the
I-280 Bridge connecting Davenport with Rock Island, Ill., was renamed in his
honor.
During the Vietnam War, Baker was a 5-foot-2-inches tall,
105-pound "tunnel rat" -- a Soldier who, armed with only a pistol and a
flashlight, would crawl into enemy tunnels to clear them. He was one of
only 239 servicemembers to receive the Medal of Honor in Vietnam. And he
was the last Army Soldier with ties to South Carolina to receive the
medal from any conflict.
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| 23 AMERICAN PATRIOTS DIED THIS MONTH DEFENDING OUR FREEDOM | |||
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Branch: MARINE |
Age: 27 29 40 23 25 22 |
Country: Afghanistan |
Information Released: January 21, 2012 |
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The Department of Defense announced today the deaths of six Marines who were supporting Operation Enduring Freedom.
Killed were: Capt. Daniel B. Bartle, 27, of Ferndale, Wash. Capt. Nathan R. McHone, 29, of Crystal Lake, Ill. MSgt. Travis W. Riddick, 40, of Centerville, Iowa. Cpl. Jesse W. Stites, 23, of North Beach, Md. Cpl. Kevin J. Reinhard, 25, of Colonia, N.J. Cpl. Joseph D. Logan, 22, of Willis, Texas. These Marines died January 19 while supporting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan. They were assigned to Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron 363, Marine Aircraft Group 24, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, III Marine Expeditionary Force, Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii. | |||
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Branch: MARINE |
Age: 25 |
Country: Afghanistan |
Information Released: January 19, 2012 |
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The Department of Defense announced today the death of a Marine who was supporting Operation Enduring Freedom.
Cpl. Phillip D. McGeath, 25, Glendale, Ariz.., died Jan. 18 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan. He was assigned to 1st Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, II Marine Expeditionary Force, Camp Lejeune, N.C. | |||
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Branch: ARMY |
Age: 27 |
Country: Afghanistan |
Information Released: January 19, 2012 |
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The Department of Defense announced today the death of a soldier who was supporting Operation Enduring Freedom.
Spc. Keith D. Benson, 27, of Brockton, Mass., died Jan. 18, in Paktika province, Afghanistan. The circumstances surrounding his death are currently under investigation. He was assigned to the 2nd Battalion, 28th Infantry Regiment, 172nd Infantry Brigade, Grafenwoehr, Germany. | |||
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Branch: MARINES |
Age: 22 20 |
Country: Afghanistan |
Information Released: January 17, 2012 |
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The Department of Defense announced today the deaths of two Marines who were supporting Operation Enduring Freedom. They died Jan 15 conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan. Killed were: Cpl. Jon-Luke Bateman, 22, of Tulsa, Okla. He was assigned to 2nd Battalion, 4th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, -Marine Expeditionary Force, Camp Pendleton, Lance Cpl. Kenneth E. Cochran, 20, of Wilder, Idaho. He assigned to 9th Engineer Support Battalion, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, III Marine Expeditionary Force, Okinawa, Japan. | |||
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Branch: ARMY |
Age: 34 |
Country: Afghanistan |
Information Released: January 16, 2012 |
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The Department of Defense announced today the death of a soldier who was supporting Operation Enduring Freedom.
Sgt. 1st Class Benjamin B. Wise, 34, of Little Rock, Ark., died Jan. 15 in Landstuhl Regional Medical Center, Germany, of injuries sustained on Jan. 9 in Balkh province, Afghanistan, when enemy forces attacked his unit with small-arms fire. He was assigned to the 3rd Battalion, 1st Special Forces Group, Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash. | |||
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Branch: ARMY |
Age: 21 |
Country: Afghanistan |
Information Released: January 13, 2012 |
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The Department of Defense announced today the death of a soldier who was supporting Operation Enduring Freedom.
Pfc. Neil I. Turner, 21, of Tacoma, Wash., died Jan. 11, in Logar province, Afghanistan, of injuries sustained from a non-combat related incident. He was assigned to the 1st Battalion, 41st Infantry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 1st Armored Division, Fort Bliss, Texas. | |||
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Branch: ARMY |
Age: 30 |
Country: Afghanistan |
Information Released: January 12, 2012 |
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The Department of Defense announced today the death of a soldier who was supporting Operation Enduring Freedom.
Pfc. Michael W. Pyron, 30, of Hopewell, Va., died Jan. 10 in Parwan province, Afghanistan. He was assigned to the 25th Signal Battalion, 160th Signal Brigade, 335th Signal Command Theater, East Point, Ga. | |||
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Branch: ARMY |
Age: 20 |
Country: Afghanistan |
Information Released: January 10, 2012 |
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The Department of Defense announced today the death of a soldier who was supporting Operation Enduring Freedom.
Pfc. Dustin P. Napier, 20, of London, Ky., died Jan. 8 in Zabul province, Afghanistan, of injuries sustained from enemy small-arms fire. He was assigned to the 1st Battalion, 24th Infantry Regiment, 1st Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 25th Infantry Division, Fort Wainwright, Alaska. | |||
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Branch: ARMY |
Age: 32 44 20 21 |
Country: Afghanistan |
Information Released: January 9, 2012 |
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The Department of Defense announced today the deaths of four Soldiers who were supporting Operation Enduring Freedom.
They died Jan. 6 in Kandahar province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when enemy forces attacked their vehicle with an improvised explosive device. Killed were: Staff Sgt. Jonathan M. Metzger, 32, of Indianapolis, Ind. Spc. Robert J. Tauteris Jr., 44, of Hamlet, Ind. Spc. Christopher A. Patterson, 20, of Aurora, Ill. Spc. Brian J. Leonhardt, 21, of Merrillville, Ind. They were assigned to the 81st Troop Command, Indiana National Guard, Indianapolis, Ind. | |||
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Branch: AIR FORCE |
Age: 23 34 24 |
Country: Afghanistan |
Information Released: January 7, 2012 |
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The Department of Defense announced today the deaths of three airmen who were supporting Operation Enduring Freedom. They died Jan. 5 in Shir ghazi, Helmand province, Afghanistan, when their vehicle was struck by an improvised explosive device. Killed were: Senior Airman Bryan R. Bell, 23, of Erie, Pa. He was assigned to the 2nd Civil Engineer Squadron, Barksdale Air Force Base, La. Tech. Sgt. Matthew S. Schwartz, 34, of Traverse City, Mich. He was assigned to the 90th Civil Engineer Squadron, FE Warren Air Force Base, Wyo. Airman 1st Class Matthew R. Seidler, 24, of Westminster, Md. He was assigned to the 21st Civil Engineer Squadron, Peterson Air Force Base, Colo. | |||
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Branch: NAVY |
Age: 24 |
Country: Afghanistan |
Information Released: January 3, 2012 |
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The Department of Defense announced today the death of a Sailor who was supporting Operation Enduring Freedom.
Petty Officer 1st Class Chad R. Regelin, 24, of Cottonwood, Calif., died Jan. 2 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan. Regelin was assigned as an explosive ordnance disposal technician to Marine Special Operations Company Bravo. Regelin was stationed at Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobile Unit 3, San Diego, Calif. | |||
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Branch: ARMY |
Age: 33 |
Country: Afghanistan |
Information Released: January 1, 2012 |
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The Department of Defense announced today the death of a soldier who was supporting Operation Enduring Freedom. Spc. Pernell J. Herrera, 33, of Espanola, N.M., died Dec. 31, in Helmand province, Afghanistan, of injuries suffered in a non-combat incident. He was assigned to the 1st Battalion, 171st Aviation Regiment, Santa Fe, N.M. | |||
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First of all, I want to thank the riders who participated in todays mission for their dedication to the Patriot Guard and what we do to honor these American
heroes.
We staged at Restland Coppell Chapel, held a briefing, and set the flag line. About 11:45, we broke down the flag line, held a safety briefing, and prepared for the procession to DFW National Cemetery. After rendering honors at the chapel, it was KSU for the procession which was an event itself. At DFW National
Cemetery, we stood the flag line at shelter C.
Respectfully,
John "Ghostrider" Blase
7 PGR Members staged at Center Pointe Church of Christ in Dallas. The temperature was in the 30's at staging time. We unfurled flags and staged them around the entrance in
preparation for receiving family and guests. After the service began, we furled the flags and stowed them away. There was a lag time of about 2 hours between the beginning of service and the departure of the procession to DFW National Cemetery. The procession departed the Church at 1:25 pm and arrived at Shelter A at 2:10 pm. We where met by 23 more PGR members for a total of 30.
Respectfully,
Carlton "Cruiser" Emmons
This morning, as I moved to the funeral home, I was thinking, it's Thursday, 33 degrees, 7:30 AM, and if I will be the only one standing the flag line? Not today. When I arrived, there were three veteran PGR riders and two new men waiting to honor Staff Sgt Wilson. We also had a Blue Star Dad with us. After briefing was conducted, we honored Staff Sgt Wilson and family with a flag line. After we finished the flag line, we proceeded to Braum's for coffee and chow and to visit with our new riders. God always has a way to make any day a good day.
Respectfully,
James "Purple Hayes" Hayes
The PGR staged at the Information Center at DFW National Cemetery
and held a briefing. Four big flag bikes waited for the arrival of SSGT Wilson and guest, while the other riders proceeded to the assigned shelter and put out the flags. SSGT Wilson and guest arrived, the flag was folded and presented to the next of kin. After a short service, the flags were furled, a debriefing was held, and the PGR were dismissed.
Respectfully,
Garland Raney
The remains of this vet were brought in on the back of a Harley escorted by four Iron Pigs M/C. The daughter was unaware what happens at a PGR Mission. I explained to her we would lead her to the shelter with four big flag bikes and that the Honor Guard would refold her flag for her. After the flag and plaque presentation, the daughter was lost for words to express her appreciation for our mission. Even the Iron Pigs M/C was very impressed with the operations of the PGR.
Respectfully,
"BikerBruce" Lowe
After a quick briefing at the information center, we went to
prepare the shelter for the arrival of this American Hero. The coach
was lead to the shelter by big flag bikes. We stood a flag line in honor of this hero. After the flag and plaque presentation, we held a debriefing and dismissed.
Respectfully,
"BikerBruce" Lowe
With only three hours notice, the Patriot Guard Riders once again rose to the occasion and were there to honor a true American Hero and provide incredible comfort to a grieving family and community. There are too many stories to tell about today, how in 1959, one of our Riders was coached in Little League by Mr. Gentry - that same Rider presented the folded flag to Mrs. Gentry. A Gold Star Mother/Patriot Guard Rider clerked under Mr. Gentry's sister when she was a judge. Another Rider befriended Mr. Gentry in his later years and was the point of contact for the family's request. It was an incredible day. All who attended on both sides of the Flag Line were honored.
Respectfully,
Rick "Doc" Crabb
Mr. Gustafson had been on a "Remembrance Trip" to Viet Nam where he was severely wounded as a Marine while serving there 40 years ago. He was mistreated and spit on and called names when he came home the first time. This time, we helped see to it that he had a proper Hero's welcome home.
Respectfully,
Mike "WelderMike" Johnson
We staged at the Ladonia First Baptist Church at 1:00pm, unfurled the flags, held our safety briefing, than stood the flag line as the family and friends arrived. After the service started, we furled the flags and staged the bikes for the procession to Leonard for the interment. At the cemetery the flag line was manned. After a short service the flags were furled and we had a debriefing.
Respectfully,
Garland Raney
We staged at Peters Funeral Home at 10:00, unfurled our flags, held our briefing, then manned the flag line and waited for SGT Roach’s family and friends to arrive. After the service started, we furled our flags, held the riders briefing, and stood by for
the procession to DFW National Cemetery. LEO left us at the Greenville, TX, city limits and we continued on to DFW
National Cemetery. Upon arrival at DFW National Cemetery, four big flag bikes escorted the coach into the staging lane at the
Information Center, while the others joined the rest already at the shelter. Once the coach arrived at the shelter, the flag was folded, Taps was sounded, and the flag was presented. After a short service the flags were furled and stowed, a debriefing was held, a prayer was issued and we were dismissed.
Respectfully,
Garland Raney
Once again the North Texas Patriot Guard Riders stood tall and silent for an American Hero, Chief Hyman Runkle, USN (ret.) This mission was significant in that Chief Runkle's nephew rode his bike - PROUDLY WEARING HIS PGR VEST - from Carlsbad, NM. This was his second mission and he was totally overcome, as were the rest of the family.
Respectfully,
Rick "Doc" Crabb
Riders met at the information center where they were briefed. A few riders were sent to shelter B to assist with another service that nearly coincided with the Ward mission. Two big flag bikes provided the escort to the shelter. The remaining riders then went to shelter A to wait for the family.
Respectfully,
Dan "Mad Russian" Mathys
We staged at the Church at 10:00am and I held a briefing at 10:15. We set and manned the flag line. Once the service began, we broke down the flag line. Several riders ate lunch across the street while others attended the luncheon at the church. We then joined the procession to DFW National Cemetery. There were 12 bikes at the church and 14 more at the Cemetery. The family was amazed with all the riders and flags at both the church and the Cemetery.
Respectfully,
John "Ghostrider" Blase
SPC Curtis Ward
United States Army
Veteran Feb. 73-Feb 76
DFW National Cemetery
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CPO Hyman Runkle
United States Navy
Veteran Korean & Vietnam War
DFW National Cemetery
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James Ross - Memorial Service
United States Navy
Veteran
Waxahachie, Texas
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James Ross - Visitation
United States Navy
Veteran
Waxahachie, Texas
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Jennifer Nicole Chennault
United States Army
Veteran
Ladonia And Leonard, Texas
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Carl Gustafson Returns To A Welcome Home
That He Didn't Get On His First Visit To Vietnam
Vietnam
Veteran
Wichita Falls, Texas
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SGT Lloyd Henry Roach Jr.
United States Marine Corps
Vietnam
Veteran
DFW National Cemetery
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SGT Lloyd Henry Roach Jr.
United States Marine Corps
Vietnam
Veteran
Peters Funeral Home, Greenville, Texas
DFW National Cemetery
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Cpl. Tommie Calderon Smith
United States Marine Corps
Veteran - Korea
First Freewill Baptist Church, Duncanville
DFW National Cemetery
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CPL Larry Malding
United States Army
DFW National Cemetery
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Spc. John M. Trautman
United States Army
DFW National Cemetery
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SGT Louis Talley
United States Army
DFW National Cemetery
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SGT Louis Talley
United States Army
DFW National Cemetery
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Staff Sgt Oscar M. Wilson Jr
United States Army
DFW National Cemetery
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Air Quality Index
Dallas / Ft. Worth Metroplex, Texas
Color & Level (ppb)
Actions to Protect Your Health
Air Quality
0 to 79None necessary.
good
80 to 89Unusually sensitive people should consider limiting prolonged
outdoor exertion.
moderate
90 to 114Active children and adults, and people with respiratory disease,
such as asthma, should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
unhealthy for sensitive groups
115 to 139Active children and adults, and people with respiratory disease,
such as asthma, should avoid prolonged exertion; everyone else,
especially children, should
limit
prolonged outdoor exertion.
unhealthy
140 to 300Active children and adults, and people with respiratory disease,
such as asthma, should avoid all outdoor exertion; everyone
else, especially children, should
limit outdoor exertion.
very unhealthy
United States Air Force
Texas Army National Guard
Restland Coppell Chapel/ DFW National Cemetery
Approximate Number
Of Bikes:
9
Approximate Number
Of
PGR People:
10
Approximate Number
Of Cages:
1
Weather Conditions:
Weather was nippy for the early stages of the mission but warmed up for the latter parts.
Oh yes, we signed up a new rider, Jeffery Trautman, John's son.
I want to thank Jeffery and his family for asking the PGR to be a part of this mission to honor Spc John Trautman
for his service.
Ride Captain
United States Army
Texas Army National Guard
DFW National Cemetery, Texas
Approximate Number
Of Bikes:
20
Approximate Number
Of
PGR People:
30
Approximate Number
Of Cages:
5
Weather Conditions:
On behalf of the North Texas Patriot Guard Riders, we would like to extend our thoughts and prayers to the Jackson family. It was a
privilege for us to honor Pete for his service to our great Nation. May the Lord bless you and give you comfort during this time.
Ride Captain
United States Army
Served in Northern France and Europe in WWII
Waldo Funeral Home, Sherman Texas
Approximate Number
Of Bikes:
3
Approximate Number
Of
PGR People:
6
Approximate Number
Of Cages:
2
Weather Conditions:
We would like to thank the family for allowing the PGR to show our respect to Staff Sgt Wilson today and know that our prayers are with you as you mourn his loss.
Ride Captain
United States Army
Served in Northern France and Europe in WWII
DFW National CemeteryTexas
Approximate Number
Of Bikes:
18
Approximate Number
Of
PGR People:
20
Approximate Number
Of Cages:
2
Weather Conditions:
The PGR would like to thank the Wilson family for letting us honor this veteran.
Ride Captain
United States Army
DFW National CemeteryTexas
Approximate Number
Of Bikes:
24
Approximate Number
Of
PGR People:
32
Approximate Number
Of Cages:
7
Weather Conditions:
It was clear and mild with a slight breeze.
I would like to take this time to thank the daughter for inviting the PGR to be a part of this time in her life while dealing with the loss of a loved one. It was a great turnout for the PGR with two senior ride captains and several ride captains with numerous PGR members to lend a helping hand and heart.
Ride Captain
United States Army
Vietnam Vet
DFW National CemeteryTexas
Approximate Number
Of Bikes:
20
Approximate Number
Of
PGR People:
27
Approximate Number
Of Cages:
6
Weather Conditions:
It was a sunny day with a slight breeze and starting to warm up.
I would like to take the time to thank the family for inviting the PGR to be a part of this time in their life and just hope something we said or did helped in starting the healing process for this family.
Ride Captain
United States Army
WWII Combat Veteran
Ennis, Texas
Approximate Number
Of Bikes:
9
Approximate Number
Of
PGR People:
13
Approximate Number
Of Cages:
3
Weather Conditions:
Cold and clear.
To the Family of Charles Gentry and the community of Ennis - thank you for allowing us to be a part of the celebration of a life very well lived. It was truly an honor to be there.
Ride Captain
United States Marine Corps
Viet Nam Veteran
Wichita Falls Municipal Airport
Approximate Number
Of Bikes:
20
Approximate Number
Of
PGR People:
30
Approximate Number
Of Cages:
4
Weather Conditions:
We would like to graciously thank the family of Carl Gustafson for allowing us to be a part of this wonderful event. Tears and smiles were evident on both Mr. Gustafson, his family, and some of our veteran PGR brothers and sisters.
Ride Captain
United States Army
Ledonia, Texas / Leonard, Texas.
Approximate Number
Of Bikes:
29
Approximate Number
Of
PGR People:
35
Approximate Number
Of Cages:
3
Weather Conditions:
A little windy, but a great day for a ride
Thanks to the Chennault family for letting us honor this veteran
Ride Captain
United States Marine Corps
Greenville/DFW National Cemetery
Approximate Number
Of Bikes:
19
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Of
PGR People:
27
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Of Cages:
9
Weather Conditions:
The weather was as close to perfect as it could be, sunny, and in the mid 60’s, with very little wind.
We would like to thank SGT Roach’s family for inviting the PGR to help Honor this veteran.
Ride Captain
United States Navy
Korea/Vietnam Veteran
Laureland Ft. Worth / DFW National Cemetery
Approximate Number
Of Bikes:
22
Approximate Number
Of
PGR People:
25
Approximate Number
Of Cages:
3
Weather Conditions:
It was a beautiful day to ride and all pegs were down in honor of Chief Runkle arriving at his final port.
To the family of Chief Petty Officer Hyman Runkle, thank you once again for allowing us to be a part of this celebration of a life very well lived. May God comfort you in your loss.
Ride Captain
United States Army
1973-1976
DFW National Cemetery
Approximate Number
Of Bikes:
8
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Of
PGR People:
10
Approximate Number
Of Cages:
2
Weather Conditions:
70F. windy, clear...beautiful!
The flag and PGR plaque were presented to Mr. Ward's youngest son, Bobby, a soldier assigned to Ft. Hood. The family had asked the PGR to provide a chaplain; Ride Captain Bruce Lowe provided comforting words to the family as part of the service. At the conclusion of the service the riders were dismissed with prayer.
I want to thank the family, especially, Dava, for inviting the PGR to be a part of their lives today. It was an honor to assist them in the preparation for today and stand for Mr. Ward.
I would also like to thank Bruce and James for setting up two shelters flags and for Bruce serving as the chaplain today.
Ride Captain
United States Marine Corps
Korea
First Freewill Baptist Church and DFW National Cemetery
Approximate Number
Of Bikes:
26
Approximate Number
Of
PGR People:
29
Approximate Number
Of Cages:
3
Weather Conditions:
I want to thank the family for asking the PGR to be a part of honoring this hero for his service. Thanks to Eric, the son, and to Paula. It was an Honor.
Ride Captain