HONOR MISSION
MAJ John Richard Branom, 73, Texas Army National Guard and US Army, Retired, Killeen, TX
The family of Major John Branom has requested the presence of the Patriot Guard Riders at the Interment of their Loved One.
John joined the Texas Army National Guard, then transferred to active duty as an Infantryman in the US Army. His last ten years of military service were spent at the Pentagon, where he retired with the rank of Major. After retirement, John was a Charter Boat Captain and a Private Investigator in Florida. He was a member of the American Legion, the Texas Rifle Association, and a Golden Eagle member of the National Rifle Association. John's full obituary may be found here: http://www.harpertalasek.com/services.asp?locid=33&page=odetail&id=66680
Date: Wed, 20 Apr 16
Staging Time: 1205
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)
Setup & Briefing: Upon clearance and at the direction of the Ride Captain, we will move to the shelter, set up the flags, be briefed and await arrival of the procession.
WX: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 79. South southeast wind 5 to 10 mph.
Notes:
1. Be at staging ON TIME.
2. Hydrate well prior, bring water for yourself and a buddy and dress with consideration of the weather conditions.
