HONOR MISSION
SGT Daniel Nelson, 56, US Army, Veteran, Police Officer, of Copperas Cove, TX
The family of Sergeant Daniel Nelson has requested the presence of the Patriot Guard Riders at the Committal Service of their Loved One.
Daniel served in the Army for eight honorable years, beginning at Fort Ord, California as an Infantryman. While stationed there, he deployed to Panama in support of "Operation Just Cause", where he exhibited outstanding valor, earning the coveted Combat Infantryman Badge in 1989. He reclassified to Military Police in 1994 and was stationed at Fort Hood, Texas, ultimately achieving the rank of Sergeant before his honorable discharge in 1997. Daniel returned to law enforcement as a civilian police officer with the Department of the Army, and later with the Department of Veteran Affairs Police Services where he rose to the rank of Deputy Chief of Police. In May 2023, he graduated from the Chief of Police Leadership Development Program in Little Rock, Arkansas, an achievement that underscored his commitment to law enforcement and serving others. He took pride in his career, and was a well respected police officer, mentor, and leader. His entire obituary may be found here: https://www.crottyfh.com/obituaries/daniel-nelson
Date: Mon, 10 Feb 25
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: Mostly cloudy, with a high near 59. Northeast wind 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.
Please join us in honoring this US Army Veteran and Police Officer 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.
