HONOR MISSION
SP4 Cosme "Coy" Rodriguez, 71, US Army, Veteran, of Harker Heights, TX
The family of Specialist Cosme Rodriguez has requested the presence of the Patriot Guard Riders at the Committal Service of their Loved One.
Cosme served honorably in the United States Army, beginning his military career at Fort Benning, GA in 1974 and receiving an Honorable Discharge at Fort Bragg, NC in 1977. He completed the United States Army Infantry School Airborne Course in January 1975 and would proudly speak of his time with the 82nd Airborne. His courage and commitment to service left a lasting mark on all who knew him. His entire obituary may be found here: https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/killeen-tx/cosme-rodriguez-12553702
Date: Wed, 22 Oct 25
Staging Time: 1005
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 85. East wind 5 to 10 mph becoming south southeast in the afternoon.
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 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.
