The family of Sergeant First Class Clarence McDade has requested the presence and participation of the Patriot Guard Riders at the Funeral and Committal Services of their Loved One.
At the young age of 16 Clarence enlisted into The United States Army in which he proudly served his country for a full twenty-one years of service. After serving his country he gave another thirty years of service to the serviceman and related personnel at the Carl R Darnall Army Medical Center Dining Facility as a Cook Foreman. His full obituary may be found here: http://www.heritage-funeralhome.com/obituary/clarence-mcdade-jr-
Date: Thu, 28 Sep 17
FUNERAL SERVICE
Staging Time: 0935
Staging Location: Heritage Funeral Home, 425 East Central TX Expressway, Harker Heights, TX 76548 (http://tinyurl.com/ykskupz)
Briefing: 0945
Flagline Establishment: 0955 +/- 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 cul-de-sac between the Walk of Heroes and the Memorial Shelter at the Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery, 11463 SH 195, Killeen, TX 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 procession.
Ride Captain:
WX: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 85. North northeast wind around 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 Army Noncommissioned Officer and Vietnam Veteran for his selfless service to our Great Nation.
