HONOR MISSION
SFC Michael Charles Dawson, 71, US Army, Retired, Vietnam Veteran, Purple Heart Recipient, Harker Heights, TX
The family of Sergeant First Class Michael Dawson has requested the presence and participation of the Patriot Guard Riders at the Funeral and Committal Services of their Loved One.
Staging Location: First Baptist Church of Harker Heights, 100 E. Ruby Rd, Harker Heights, TX 76548 (http://tinyurl.com/FBCHHTX)
Briefing: 0915
Flagline Establishment: 0925 +/- Once the Funeral Service begins; we will strike the flagline and prepare to participate in the procession to the Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery.
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: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 78.
Notes:
1. Be at stagingS 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 Retired US Army Noncommissioned Officer, Vietnam Veteran and Purple Heart Recipient for his selfless service to our Great Nation.