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Patriot's Name:
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PO Dustin Thomas Wiley
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Military Branch:
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United States Coast Guard
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Additional Military Info:
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Active Duty Sailor
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Ride Captain:
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Larry "Rev. DT" Key ; (254) 223-0342;
lkey50@yahoo.com
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Mission:
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To stand in Honor of this hero. To escort and stand a flag
line at the funeral service and interment. To honor him and
his family. Dustin was killed in a motorcycle accident.
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Obituary:
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December 14, 1979 - August 9, 2010
From the loving arms
of family and friends, Dustin Thomas Wiley entered into
eternal rest on August 9, 2010, at the age of 30 years and 7
months at Christus Hospital St. Elizabeth, Beaumont, Texas.
Dustin and his wife Leslie have lived in Beaumont
for a little over a year. Dustin was a member of Station
Sabine Pass where he served as a Boatswains Mate 3rd Class.
Previous units include Coast Guard Cutter Gallatin,
Charleston, South Carolina and Small Boat Station South
Padre Island, Texas. Dustin proudly served his country for
seven years and seven months. Dustin loved life and his
family, as they are expecting their first child in February,
2011. He enjoyed Texas country music, everything about the
water, traveling, Coors Light, his pup Harley and riding his
Harley. Dustin was a native of Krum, Texas.
Dustin
was the 3rd child of the union of Donna Jane Cowan Wiley and
Gary Thomas Wiley of Krum, Texas. He was preceded in death
by his father, Gary Thomas Wiley; and maternal grandparents,
Verdell and Callie Cowan. Survivors include his adoring
wife, Leslie Paige Wiley; paternal grandparents, Joe and
Billie Grace Wiley; mother, Donna Wiley; sister, Lisa Ward
and her husband Eddie; brother, Jeffrey Wiley and his wife
Ashlea; sister, Jessica Fulford and her husband Nick; and
nephews, Drew and Derek Ward.
He is remembered and
loved by his family, the family of his wife and an endless
number of close friends and shipmates.
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PART 1:
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Intercept escort from Beaumont, Tx, 8-14-10
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Mission Date:
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08/14/2010
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Staging Time:
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10:00 AM
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Briefing Time:
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10:15 AM
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In Position Time Or KSU:
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11:00 AM
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Details Of Part 1:
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This escort will be only a few select riders. The Coast
Guard has ask us to meet them, but requested a small group
to go from a designated location south of Dallas to the
funeral home in Denton. The route will be determined later
on Friday. If you have experience in doing this, then call
me. I will take the first three riders. Call my cell, don't
use e-mail. All others will stage at the funeral home
Saturday evening for visitation. It is hot, so cages are
great for coming to the visitation. More info will be given
to the three riders when I get the final route and time. The
staging time and intercept time is estimated, depending on
when they leave Beaumont. (Semper Gumby) Bring your own
water for this stage of the mission.
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Staging Address For Part 1:
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To be given to riders
when known
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Water Truck For Part 1:
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- The Flag/Water Truck WILL NOT Be There.
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PART 2:
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Visitation, DeBerry Funeral Home, Denton, Tx, 8-14-10,
5:00PM
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Mission Date:
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08/14/2010
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Staging Time:
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04:00 PM
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Briefing Time:
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04:15 PM
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In Position Time Or KSU:
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04:30 PM
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Details Of Part 2:
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We will stand tall and silent for this hero. We will rotate
with one another in order to stay as cool as possible. We
will not be there for the entire visitation. Be sure to
hydrate beginning Friday night and all day Saturday.
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Staging Address For Part 2
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Deberry Funeral Home
2025 West University
Denton, TX
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Map To Staging Area For Part 2:
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http://tinyurl.com/25kcft7
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Water Truck For Part 2:
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- The Flag/Water Truck WILL Be There.
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PART 3:
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Service, Escort, Interment, 8-15-2010, beginning 2:00PM
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Mission Date For Part 3:
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08/15/2010
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Staging Time:
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01:00 PM
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Briefing Time:
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01:15 PM
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In Position Time Or KSU:
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01:30 AM
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Details Of Part 3:
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After riders brief, we will stand a flag line in honor of
this hero as the family and friends arrive for the service.
After service begins, we will furl the flags, and prepare
for escort to cemetery. The cemetery is Jackson Cemetery,
Krum, Texas. It is about 10 miles from funeral home. When we
arrive at the cemetery we will stand with our brothers from
Beaumont surrounding the family and friends for the
interment service. If any of you have Coast Guard flags,
please fly them for the procession. The United States Air
Force will provide full military honors at the graveside.
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Staging Address For Part 3:
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DeBerry Funeral Home
2025 West University
Denton,
Texas
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Map To Staging Area For Part 3:
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http://tinyurl.com/25kcft7
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Water Truck For Part 3:
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- The Flag/Water Truck WILL Be There.
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Weather Forecast:
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Saturday
Mostly sunny. Highs around 102. South winds 5 to
10 mph. Highest heat index readings 108 to 112 in the
afternoon.
Saturday Night
Partly cloudy. Lows in the
upper 70s. South winds 5 to 10 mph.
Sunday
Mostly
sunny. Highs around 102.
Sunday Night
Partly cloudy
with a 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Lows
around 80.
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Comments:
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- Iron horses if you can, cages are always welcome and
appreciated.
- Safety First: With warmer weather, please remember to
properly hydrate (including the night before) before any
outdoor activity and to dress appropriately. Do not hesitate
to take a break at any time if you feel you need to get in
the shade or get indoors and always ask for help at any
time. Also please do not forget your sun screen.
- 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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This soldier was killed in a motorcycle accident. I know I
don't have to say it, but with the heat, your brain does
strange things. Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate, and ride
responsible. Safety is our first concern. Come in your
cages, for visitation and for the service if you need to. DO
NOT TAKE CHANCES. I would miss you if you weren't here. God
Bless.
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Respectfully Submitted By:
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Larry "Rev. DT" Key
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Sr. Ride Captain
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