CenTex Addendum to Austin HONOR MISSION
SPC Manuel Madrano, III, 60, US Army, OF Round Rock, TX
The family of Specialist Manuel Madrano has requested the presence of the Patriot Guard Riders at the Interment of their Loved One. If you are interested in attending the Austin PGR portion of this mission, their instructions are pasted below.
Manuel joined the military at the age of 18. He spent several years in the Army Corps of Engineers. Manuel was stationed in Korea and Germany which he loved dearly. While in the army, he had two handsome sons, Manuel Jr and Gary. It was also in the Army that he was able to expand his knowledge of planes and helicopters. He would be able to identify an army helicopter just by the hum it made as it flew overhead. He spent most of his off time building models and replicas that he would take on flights. Making some of the most authentic pieces that had been seen in the area. Manuel's full obituary may be found here: http://www.beckchapels.com/memsol.cgi?user_id=1649092
Date: Friday, 2 Sep 5
Staging Time: 1105
Staging Location: The cul-de-sac between the Walk of Heroes and the Memorial Shelter at the Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery located off TX 195 just south of Killeen, TX (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 from Pflugerville.
WX: Mostly sunny, with a high near 94. Heat index values as high as 98. South wind 5 to 10 mph.
Note: Hydrate well prior, bring water for yourself and a buddy and dress with consideration of the weather conditions.
Confirmed Mission:
The Patriot Guard Riders have been invited to participate in the services for Spc. Manuel Madrano US ARMY. Manuel served from 1976 to 1984.
Directions: We will stage at the Funeral Home. Funeral home is located at Priem lane and SH130Toll service road(FM685). From Pflugerville you can follow FM685 north to Gattis School Rd. take the turn around to southbound FM685 and funeral home will be on your right.
Timeline:
8:45am - 9:15am Staging
9:20am - Briefing
9:30am Flag Line
Wx: Lo-72 Hi-94 20% Chance of late afternoon shower.
Notes: Please arrive with full fuel. Start hydrating the day before and bring a bottle of water for yourself and one for a friend. Dress for the weather. Sunblock recommended. We will form our flag line until the service begins. After the conclusion of the service we will join the LEO escorted procession approx. 55 miles to Central Texas Veterans Cemetary
Ride Captain: Keith Longacre keithlongacre@att.net 512 751 8955
Flag Wrangler: Don Ferguson
Please try to attend to honor this soldier who served our country so well.
