HONOR MISSION
SFC Sam McKenzie, 68, US Army, Retired, of Killeen, Texas
The family of Sergeant First Class Sam McKenzie has requested the presence and participation of the Patriot Guard Riders at the Procession and Committal Services of their Loved One.
Sam joined the Army August 1978, served as a Combat Engineer, and retired July 31,1998 with the rank of Sergeant First Class. During his career, Sam obtained many metals of honor including the good conduct medal (6th award) Army Commendation medal, NCO Professional Development Ribbon #3//, Army Service Medal, Marksman Badge Rifle, Defense Service Medal W/1 Service Star and overseas service ribbon numeral 3. His entire obituary may be found here: https://www.heritage-funeralhome.com/obituaries/Sam-Mckenzie?obId=31450578
Date: Mon, 20 May 24
PROCESSION
Staging Time: 1400
Staging Location: Heritage Funeral Home, 425 East Central TX Expressway, Harker Heights, TX 76548 (http://tinyurl.com/ykskupz)
Briefing: 1410
KSU: 1420 +/- at the discretion of the Funeral Director.
Note:
1. The funeral service may still be in progress when you arrive; arrive quietly.
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 arrival 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: Partly sunny, with a high near 93. South wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 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.
3. Only PGR motorcycles will be permitted to participate in this procession.
Please join us in honoring this Retired US Army Veteran for his selfless service to our Great Nation.
We don’t care what you ride or if you ride, what your political views are, or whether you’re a hawk or a dove. It is not a requirement that you be a veteran. It doesn’t matter where you’re from or what your income is; you don’t even have to ride. The only prerequisite is Respect.
