HONOR MISSION
Veteran Daren Lee Stewart, 40, US Army, Retired, Operation Enduring Freedom Veteran, Bronze Star Recipient, OF Copperas Cove, TX
The family of Veteran Daren Lee Stewart has requested the presence of the Patriot Guard Riders at the Committal Service of their Loved One.
Daren served in the United States Army from July 2000 until July 2020 as a 15T, Helicopter repair. While in the Army he served in Afghanistan and earned the Bronze Star and the Meritorious Service Medal with Oak leaf. After his retirement from the Army, Daren became very active in the VFW Post 8577 and served as the post manager. His entire obituary may be found here: https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/copperas-cove-tx/daren-stewart-10991442
Date: Mon, 7 Nov 22
Staging Time: 0805
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.
WX: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 1300, then a slight chance of showers. Partly sunny, with a high near 83. South southeast wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
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.