HONOR MISSION
S1c Max O Meek, 88, US Navy, WWII Veteran, Gatesville, TX
The family of Seaman First Class Max Meek has requested the presence and participation of the Patriot Guard Riders at the Funeral Service and Interment of their Loved One.
Max attended Uvalde, Texas high school before joining the US Navy during World War II. Max served aboard the USS Cabot-CVL-28 in the Pacific Theater. He was a member and served as a deacon at Calvary Baptist Church for over 20 years. Max served as Chaplain for The American Legion and the DAV of Gatesville. He also taught numerous classes to Jr High and High School students on proper etiquette for the American Flag. His full obituary may be found here: http://www.scottsfh.com/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=3284972&fh_id=11342
Flagline Establishment: 0925 +/- Once the Funeral Service begins; we will strike the flagline and prepare to participate in the procession to Restland Cemetery, Gatesville, TX 76528 (http://tinyurl.com/RestlandCemeGatesville)
WX: A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 98. Southwest wind around 5 mph becoming calm.
Notes:
1. Be at stagings ON TIME and TOPPED OFF.
2. Hydrate well prior, bring water for yourself and a buddy and dress with consideration of the weather conditions.
I offer my condolences to the family and friends of this WWII HERO who will not be forgotten. Rest in peace forever free.
They may take my LIFE, but they will NEVER take my FREEDOM!
"Ride hard or stay on the porch!!!!!!!"
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USN 1971 - 1975
USAF 1979 - 2011(Retired)
Vol. Firefighter 1974 - 1991
Security Officer 1999 - 2006
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Member of NTX PGR 2015
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