HONOR MISSION
CW4 Dennis A Smith, 70, US Army, Retired, Vietnam Veteran, Bronze Star Recipient, Patriot Guard Rider, of Morgans Point Resort, TX
The family of Chief Warrant Officer 4 has requested the presence and participation of the Patriot Guard Riders at the Funeral Service and Inurnment of their Loved One.
Upon completion of high school, Dennis attended San Diego University then received his pilot’s wings in 1966 through the US Army Training Command. He was married to MaryAnn Johnston on June 3, 1967, at the Ft. Rucker Chapel in Alabama where they began their military career. Dennis was a Vietnam veteran and flew Chinooks in Colorado, Germany and Hawaii. He retired from Ft Hood in 1987 after 24 years of service. During his service Dennis received numerous awards-- some of which include the Bronze Star, Meritorious Service and the Air Medal with numeral 27. After receiving his honorable discharge, Dennis flew helicopters for various private oil companies in the Gulf of Mexico and, after 22 years, retired again. He began riding with the Central Texas Patriot Guard 12 years ago, found a home in their ranks, and was well known in the biker community. Knowing Dennis well, meant that you became part of his extended family--whether you were a fellow rider or a neighbor, he claimed you and loved you well. Dennis' full obituary may be found here: http://www.dossmanfh.com/?pagetype=memlist
Date: Fri, 8 Jan 16
FUNERAL SERVICE
Staging Time: 1205
Staging Location: Dossman Funeral Home, 2525 North Main Street, Belton, TX 76513-1519 (http://tinyurl.com/y8gcu4g)
Briefing: 1215
Flagline Establishment: 1225 +/- Once the Funeral Service begins; we will strike the flagline and prepare to participate in the procession to the Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery.
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: 1430
Flagline Establishment: 1455 +/- At the direction of the Ride Captain.
WX: Sunny, with a high near 67. West southwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
Notes:
1. Be at stagingS ON TIME.
2. Hydrate well prior, bring water for yourself and a buddy and dress with consideration of the weather conditions.
Please join us in honoring this Retired US Army Vietnam Veteran, Bronze Star Recipient and Patriot Guard Rider for his selfless service to our Great Nation, our Veterans and his Community.
