HONOR MISSION - CTSVC Columbarium
SSG Joseph D. Brown, 76, US Army, Retired, Vietnam Veteran, Copperas Cove, TX
The family of Staff Sergeant Joseph Brown has requested the presence and participation of the Patriot Guard Riders at the Inurnment of their Loved One.
While enlisted, Joseph served his Country during the Vietnam War. During his over 20 years of service; he was awarded many military awards and honors to include the Army Commendation medal, Vietnam Cross of Gallantry w/Palm (2nd Award), National Defense Service Medal, Good Conduct Medal (6th Award), Combat Infantryman Badge, Vietnam Service Medal, and the Vietnam Campaign Medal. His full obituary may be found here: http://obits.dignitymemorial.com/dignity-memorial/obituary.aspx?n=Joseph-Brown&lc=1796&pid=173219782&mid=6200388
Date: Friday, 21 Nov 14
Staging Time: 1305
Staging Location: The side of the road directly across from the Columbarium at the Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery located off TX 195 just south of Killeen, TX (http://tinyurl.com/CenTexVetsCeme)
Briefing: 1310
Flagline Establishment: 1325 +/- At the direction of the Ride Captain.
WX: A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 72. South southeast wind 5 to 15 mph.
Note: Hydrate well prior, bring water for yourself and a buddy and dress with consideration of the weather conditions.
Please join us in honoring this US Army Retiree and Vietnam Veteran for his selfless service to our Great Nation.
