ULTRA SHORT HONOR MISSION
PO1 Herbert Paulman, US Navy, Retired, of Killeen, TX
The family of Petty Officer First Class Herbert Paulman has requested the presence and participation of the Patriot Guard Riders at the Funeral and Committal Services of their Loved One.
Herbert proudly served his country as a member of the United States Navy for over twenty one years before retiring with honor. His dedication and commitment to service were a testament to his character and values. His entire obituary may be found here: https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/killeen-tx/herbert-paulman-12220254
Date: Thu, 30 Jan 25
FUNERAL SERVICE
Staging Time: 0905
Staging Location: Crawford-Bowers Funeral Home, 1615 South Fort Hood St, KILLEEN, TX 76542 (http://tinyurl.com/ykp5q6o)
Briefing: 0915
Flagline Establishment: 0925 +/- 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: Showers and possibly a thunderstorm before 0900, then a chance of showers between 0900 and 1200. Patchy dense fog before 9am. High near 69. Northwest wind around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New precipitation amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
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 Retired Us Navy 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.