HONOR MISSION
PFC Shaffer Deward Burette Jr, 74, US Army, Vietnam Veteran, OF Henderson, NV
The family of Private First Class Shaffer Deward Burrette Jr has requested the presence of the Patriot Guard Riders at the Committal Service of their Loved One.
Shaffer entered the Army on February 28, 1969 with United States Accessions Command St Louis Missouri as a light weapons infantry soldier. He served overseas in the Pacific, and was discharged as a Private First Class on April 19, 1970. His awards include Army Expert Marksmanship Badge with M-16, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, and Vietnam Campaign Medal.
Date: Fri, 13 Jan 23
Staging Time: 1405
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: Sunny, with a high near 62. North northwest wind around 5 mph becoming east northeast in the afternoon.
Notes:
1. Be at staging ON TIME.
2. Hydrate well prior, bring water for yourself and a buddy and dress with consideration of the weather conditions.