CenTex Addendum to Austin Honor Mission
Veteran Eddie Houston, 96, US Army, WWII Veteran, NO NEXT OF KIN, OF Austin, TX
The care giver of Veteran Eddie Houston has requested the presence of the Patriot Guard Riders at the Committal Service of this Unaccompanied Veteran.
No other information is known about this Veteran at this time.
Date: Wed, 9 May 18
Staging Time: 0905
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 Veteran.
WX: Mostly sunny, with a high near 88. South wind 10 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
Notes:
1. Be at staging ON TIME.
2. We will be attending the service as Veteran Houston's family.
3. Be prepared to volunteer as pallbearers, if asked by the Cemetery Director.
4. Hydrate well prior, bring water for yourself and a buddy and dress with consideration of the weather conditions.