CONFIRMED MISSION
SP5 Robert Holderby, US Army, Vietnam Veteran, Gatesville, TX
The family of Specialist 5 Robert Holderby has requested the presence and participation of the Patriot Guard Riders at the Funeral Service and Interment of their Loved One.
Robert served a tour in Vietnam where he was afflicted with Agent Orange, eventually becoming 100 percent disabled. Upon returning to the States, he occupied himself by being active in the Disabled American Veterans, the Exchange Club and the Lion's Club.
Flagline Establishment: 0925 +/- Once the Funeral Service begins; we will strike the flagline and proceed together to CTSVC for the Interment.
Notes:
1. Be at stagings ON TIME and topped off.
2. We WILL NOT participate in the procession to Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery, but will proceed together to CTSVC for the Interment.
Ride Captain/Flag Wrangler: Ron “PACMan” Decker; 254.526.8265, 254.383.6281; krdecker@embarqmail.com
Assistant Ride Captain: Mary “Marebear” Gregory; 254.458.2120; MGregory2@hot.rr.com
INTERMENT
For those able to attend only the Interment Service, the following is submitted:
Staging Time: 1105
Staging Location: The cul-de-sac between the Walk of Heroes and the Memorial Shelter at the Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery located off TX 195 just south of Killeen, TX (http://tinyurl.com/CenTexVetsCeme)
Briefing: 1110 - Upon clearance and at the direction of the Ride Captain, we will move to the shelter, set up the flags and await arrival of the procession.
Ride Captain: David "MarineMajor" Dunn; 512.818.2531; marine9678@aol.com
Note: Hydrate well prior, bring water for yourself and a buddy and dress with consideration of the weather conditions.
WX: Sunny, with a high near 63. South southeast wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Please join us in honoring this Vietnam Veteran for his selfless service to our Great Nation and his Community.
