HONOR MISSION
SGT Kevin Gordon, 56, US Army, Desert Storm Veteran, UNACCOMPANIED, OF Rosebud, TX
The staffs of the Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery and Cook-Gerngross-Green-Patterson Funeral Home in Rosebud have requested the presence of the Patriot Guard Riders at the Committal Service of this Unaccompanied Veteran.
Kevin spent 13 years in the US Army and has spent the last four years in a nursing home. His family is unable to attend his services.
Date: Wed, 4 Jan 16
Staging Time: 1305
Staging Location: The cul-de-sac between the Walk of Heroes and the Memorial Shelter at the Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery, 11463 SH 195, Killeen, Texas 76542 (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 Veteran.
WX: A 20 percent chance of rain. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 50. North northeast wind around 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.
Forever in our Hearts and never forgotten, we remember this American HERO. I thank you for your military service.
They may take my LIFE, but they will NEVER take my FREEDOM!
"Ride hard or stay on the porch!!!!!!!"
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