HONOR MISSION - CTSVC Only
Inurnment of Three Unclaimed Veterans from the Waco Area
The Patriot Guard Riders have been requested to perform Inurnment Service and Military Honors for the following three Veterans whose cremains are unclaimed.
- Specialist Five Patrick Dennis Bonner; US Army; Born: 23 Oct 49 in Chicago, IL; Died: 14 Feb 15 in Waco, TX; Served from 1 Mar 69 to 23 Jan 73
- Private 2 Lois Kaye Barnes; US Army; Born 30 Jan 52 in Temple, TX; Died: 16 May 15 in Waco, TX; Served from 10 Jul 70 to 30 Jul 71
- Veteran Euel Edward Eldridge; US Navy; Born 27 Jul 40 in Desoto, LA; Died 4 May 15 in Waco, TX; Served from 29 Jul 57 to 28 Oct 64
Date: Thursday, 25 Jun 15
Staging Time: 0920
Staging Location: The Columbarium at the Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery located off TX 195 just south of Killeen, TX – Upon arrival follow instructions on where to park (http://tinyurl.com/CenTexVetsCeme)
Briefing: 0930
Flagline Establishment: 0955 +/- At the direction of the Ride Captain.
WX: Mostly sunny, with a high near 92. South southwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
Notes:
1. Remember, WE are these Warriors' families this day. Members are more than welcome to sit in the gallery as the families and friends would were they here.
2. Hydrate well prior, bring water for yourself and a buddy and dress with consideration of the weather conditions.
Please join us in honoring these American Warriors for their selfless service to our Great Nation.
Forever in our Hearts and never forgotten, America's HERO's. I thank you all for your service to our Country.
They may take my LIFE, but they will NEVER take my FREEDOM!
"Ride hard or stay on the porch!!!!!!!"
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