HONOR MISSION
SSG Thomas Marzette Vivins, 62, US Army, Retired, of Copperas Cove, TX
The family of Staff Sergeant Thomas Marzette Vivins has requested the presence of the Patriot Guard Riders at the Committal Service of their Loved One.
Thomas joined the United States Army on 15 Sep 1982, and retired 30 Sep 2002, achieving the rank of Staff Sergeant. After retirement, he worked Fort Hood Visitors Center and the Waco VA, and enjoyed helping Veterans at his jobs. His entire obituary may be found here: https://www.chisolmsfuneral.com/obituary/retired-ssg-thomas-marzette-bivins
Date: Thu, 12 Sep 24
Staging Time: 1405
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: Sunny, with a high near 91. North wind around 5 mph.
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.
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.
