HONOR MISSION
Col Donald Higginbotham, 76, USMC, Retired, Vietnam, OF Georgetown, TX
The family of Colonel Donald Higginbotham has requested the presence and participation of the Patriot Guard Riders at the Funeral and Committal Services of their Loved One.
Don joined the United States Marine Corps while in college in 1960. He was trained as a rifleman as well as a military attorney. He initially served as a Judge Advocate in the First Marine Division while stationed in South Vietnam. He would later request to take command of a Reaction Rifle Company during the Tet Offensive of 1968, and as the company commander leading his troops in battle, he was awarded the Legion of Merit with Combat V device for his actions during that offensive. Don’s was the only such combat award received by a Judge Advocate officer turned rifle company commander during the Vietnam War. Don retired from the United States Marine Corps as a full Colonel after 33 years of service. Although retired, he remained a proud Marine until he drew his last breath. Don’s distinguished USMC career will be honored in the historical section of the Marine Military Academy in Harlingen. His entire obituary may be found here: http://www.whbfamily.com/obituaries/Donald-Higginbotham?obId=2979707#/obituaryInfo
Date: Fri, 9 Mar 18
Killeen Staging Time: 1100
Killeen Staging Location: Valero Gas Station, 4402 East Rancier Avenue, Killeen, TX 76543 (http://tinyurl.com/ybybrb5)
Killeen Briefing: 1105
Flagline Establishment: 1255 +/- Once the Funeral Service begins; we will strike the flagline and prepare to participate in the procession to China Springs Cemetery; 15654 Old China Spring Rd. China Spring, TX 76633 (https://tinyurl.com/y9qvb4qc)
WX: Partly sunny, with a high near 70. South wind 10 to 15 mph increasing to 15 to 20 mph in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 30 mph.
Notes:
1. Be at stagingS ON TIME and TOPPED OFF.
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 Marine Corp Officer, Vietnam Veteran, Legion of Merit recipient for his selfless service to our Great Nation.
