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FINAL ITINERARY |
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Patriot's Name: |
Seaman Michael Ellis |
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Mission Name: |
Visitation and Interment |
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Military Branch: |
United States Navy |
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Additional Military Info: |
USS Shangra-La & USS Hornet |
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Photo: |
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Ride Captain: |
Mike "Gunner" Lambert; (817) 368-9076;
mikelambert2@aol.com |
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Ride Captain #2: |
Dewey "Diehard" Dyer; 214-316-8730;
dgd4758@sbcglobal.net |
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Ride Captain #3: |
Floyd "1st Shirt" Kammerer; (817) 690-6475;
fabfloyd@charter.net |
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Mission: |
The family of Mike Ellis has requested the PGR to stand a
flag line to honor this veteran and PGR member.
Due to a
long fight with cancer Mike was limited to the missions he
was able to attend, however he supported Donna and Winnie
"Cookie" as they geared up to provide cookies and water for
the PGR riders at parades and the missions at DFW National
Cemetery.
Mike had made a final request that when his
time came, he wanted to be buried with his Patriot Guard
vest. His request is being honored. |
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Obituary: |
Michael Brown Ellis, was born on December 22, 1940 and
passed away May 13 in Grand Prairie, Texas. Mike served in
the Navy from 1958 to 1962, serving aboard two Aircraft
Carriers, the USS Shangri-La and the USS Hornet. He was
survived by brother; Steve Ellis, life lone friend, wife and
companion; Donna Underwood (PGR), 4 sons, one daughter,
numerous nieces and nephews. He also had a special self
adopted set of parents in Clarence & Winnie "Cookie" Lambert
(PGR).
Most of his life he spent as an open road truck
driver. Mike loved his country and always honored those who
served this country. He was a member of the North Texas
Patriot Guard Riders.
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PART 1: |
Visitation and Interment: May 16, 2010, 3: pm; Hiett's
Funeral Home |
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Mission Date: |
05/16/2010 |
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Staging Time: |
02:15 PM |
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Briefing Time: |
02:30 PM |
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In Position Time Or KSU: |
02:40 PM |
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Details Of Part 1: |
The family would like to have a flag line at the visitation
and/or at the Graveside Service. The
visitation is scheduled for 3 pm and interment at 4 pm. The
cemetery is a small family cemetery off the beaten path, directions
for the location of the cemetery will be obtained at the
Funeral Home. The family has requested that due to the
weather, cages be used if possible, for the safety of the
riders. Flag assistance is being requested from the East
Texas Patriot Guard. |
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Staging Address For Part 1: |
Hiett's Funeral Home
1701 Goodnight Blvd.
Wills
Point, Texas 75169
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Map To Staging Area For Part 1: |
http://tinyurl.com/2fqzmja |
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Water Truck For Part 1: |
- The Flag/Water Truck Is Uncertain At This Time.
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Weather Forecast: |
Sunday
Mostly cloudy with a 50 percent chance of showers
and thunderstorms. Highs in the lower 80s. Southwest winds 5
to 10 mph. |
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Comments: |
- Iron horses if you can, cages are always welcome and
appreciated.
- Please remember that our mission is to stand tall
and silent, and with honor and respect for this patriot
and their family.
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With the threat of thunderstorms, please use caution and
discretion if you choose to ride your bike. |
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Respectfully Submitted By: |
Mike "Gunner' Lambert |
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Deputy State Captain |
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Submitted By: |
mikelambert2@aol.com |
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