HONOR MISSION
CW5 Barford Scott Wilson Sr, 70, US Navy/Army, Retired, War on Terror Veteran, (2x) Bronze Star Recipient, Patriot Guard Rider, of Copperas Cove, TX
The family of Chief Warrant Officer Barford Scott Wilson Sr has requested the presence of the Patriot Guard Riders at the Committal Service of their Loved One.
Scott first joined the military as a Navy man, then served the rest of his time in the United States Army where he served culminating in his retirement in 2008 as Chief Warrant Officer 5 after thirty eight years of service. During his time in the Army he earned several medals, including two Bronze Star Medals, five Meritorious Service Medals, and Iraqi Campaign Medal, served around the world. After his retirement from the military, he became a member of the Central Texas Patriot Guard Riders in 2011, and accomplished several missions with the Guard. His entire obituary may be found here: https://www.sneedfuneralchapel.com/obituaries/barford-wilson-sr
Date: Mon, 21 Oct 24
PROCESSION
Staging Time: 1155
Staging Location: Sneed - Carnley Funeral Chapel and Cremations, 1614 S FM 116, COPPERAS COVE, TX 76522 (http://tinyurl.com/ScottFHmCC)
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: Partly cloudy. High 83F. Winds SSE at 5 to 10 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.
3. There will be a last rev at the cemetery in Scott's honor; all bikes are welcome to participate.
Please join us in honoring this Retired US Army, Global War on Terror Veteran, and two time Bronze Star Recipient for his selfless service to our Great Nation and Community.
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.
