HONOR MISSION
SP4 Jack Parker Whittington, US Army, Veteran, UNACCOMPANIED
The staffs of the Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery and King-Tears Funeral Home have requested the presence of the Patriot Guard Riders at the Committal Service of this Unaccompanied Veteran.
Jack served in the United States Army from February 16, 1960 to August 5, 1963. He received a Good Conduct Medal, a Sharpshooter Badge for both Rifle and Pistol. No other information is known about this Veteran at this time.
Date: Tue, 29 Oct 19
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 Veteran.
WX: Isolated showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 66. North northeast wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Notes:
1. Be at staging ON TIME.
2. Be prepared to volunteer as pallbearers, if asked by the Cemetery Director.
3. Hydrate well prior, bring water for yourself and a buddy and dress with consideration of the weather conditions.