HONOR MISSION
Veteran Lewis Adkins Jr, US Navy, UNACCOMPANIED
The staffs of the Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery and Affordable Burial & Cremation Service have requested the presence of the Patriot Guard Riders at the Committal Service of this Unaccompanied Veteran.
Lewis served in the Navy from February 11, 1963 to October 18, 1966. No other information is known about this Veteran at this time.
Date: Thu, 21 Nov 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: Showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm. Cloudy, with a high near 76. South wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
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.