HONOR MISSION
SGT Michael Scott Mankin II, 36, US Army, War on Terror Veteran, of Killeen, TX
The family of Sergeant Michael Scott Mankin II has requested the presence and participation of the Patriot Guard Riders at the Funeral and Committal Services of their Loved One.
During his time in the Army, Michael served two tours in Afghanistan in support of the Global War on Terrorism. He earned several awards to include the Afghanistan Campaign Medal w/3 campaign stars; Army Accommodation Medal (4th Award); Army Achievement Medal (7th Award); Meritorious Unit Commendation (2nd Award); Army Good Conduct Medal (2nd Award); National Defense Service Medal; Global War on Terrorism Service Medal; Korea Defense Service Medal; Non-Commissioned Officer Professional Development Ribbon (2nd Award); Army Service Ribbon; Overseas Service Ribbon (3rd Award); NATO Medal (2nd Award) and Air Assault Badge. Michael served for nine years before he left the Army. His entire obituary may be found here: https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/killeen-tx/michael-mankin-11353880
Date: Tue, 11 Jul 23
FUNERAL SERVICE
Staging Time: 1005
Staging Location: Crawford-Bowers Funeral Home, 1615 South Fort Hood St, KILLEEN, TX 76542 (http://tinyurl.com/ykp5q6o)
Briefing: 1015
Flagline Establishment: 1025 +/- Once the Funeral Service begins; we will strike the flagline and depart quietly.
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 and hot, with a high near 101. South southwest wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
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 US Army War on Terror 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.
