HONOR MISSION
SSG Eric Woodard, 64, US Army, Retired, of Killeen, TX
The family of Staff Sergeant Eric Woodard has requested the presence and participation of the Patriot Guard Riders at the Funeral and Committal Services of their Loved One.
Woodard proudly served in the United States Army until his retirement after twenty years of service. His tours included Korea, Germany, and several areas in the United States. He retired at Fort Hood in 1994. Woodard's entire obituary may be found here: http://www.killeen-funeralhome.com/obituary/eric-woodard
Date: Thu, 2 Aug 18
FUNERAL SERVICE
Staging Time: 1135
Staging Location: Heritage Funeral Home, 425 East Central TX Expressway, Harker Heights, TX 76548 (http://tinyurl.com/ykskupz)
Briefing: 1145
Flagline Establishment: 1155 +/- Once the Funeral Service begins; we will strike the flagline and prepare to participate in the procession.
Note: Be at staging TOPPED OFF.
Ride/Flag Captains:
Gary "Saber8T" Blackburn; 254.702.4309; gblackburn@hot.rr.com
George Winchester
COMMITTAL SERVICE
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, 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: George Winchester
WX: Mostly sunny, with a high near 97. South southeast wind around 5 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 US Army Noncommissioned Officer for his selfless service to our Great Nation.