SHORT NOTICE HONOR MISSION
1SG Carl Mertz, 82, US Army, Retired, of Harker Heights, TX
The family of First Sergeant Carl Mertz has requested the presence of the Patriot Guard Riders at the Committal Service of their Loved One.
Carl served in the US Army from 1959-1984 as part of 377th Transportation Company with tours in France, Thailand, Germany, and various stations in the United States. Carl retired as a First Sergeant from the US Army in 1984. His entire obituary may be found here: https://www.heritage-funeralhome.com/obituaries/Carl-Paul-Mertz?obId=31776500
Date: Thu, 20 Jun 24
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: A slight chance of showers, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1300. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 88. East wind around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
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 Retired US Army 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.
