HONOR MISSION
SPC Michael Ortiz, 37, US Army, Operation Iraqi Freedom Veteran, of Belton, TX
The family of Specialist Michael Ortiz has requested the presence of the Patriot Guard Riders at the Committal Service of their Loved One.
Michael was a proud US Army Combat Veteran. Michael didn’t feel he was doing his part as a Soldier, so he volunteered to deploy in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, September 2005 - December 2006. He gave six years to the United States Army and loved being a Soldier. He also served as a military spouse for ten years. His entire obituary may be found here: https://www.dossmanfh.com/obituary/michael-ortiz
Date: Thu, 9 Feb 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: Mostly sunny, with a high near 64.
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.
Please join us in honoring this US Army Operation Iraqi Freedom Veteran for his selfless service to our Great Nation.
We don’t care what you ride or if you ride, what your political views are, or whether you’re a hawk or a dove. It is not a requirement that you be a veteran. It doesn’t matter where you’re from or what your income is; you don’t even have to ride. The only prerequisite is Respect.
The Family has asked if the Patriot Guard will present four folded flags to the SPC Ortiz family on Thursday. If you're interested, please post here so I can send word to the funeral director that we can do it.
Holly "Holler" Melendez
CenTex Deputy State Captain
Patriot Guard Rider
