North Texas PGR
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Patriot's Name:
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Kenneth Ellis
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Military Branch:
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United States Navy
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Classification:
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Veteran
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Additional Military Info:
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WWII Veteran
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Ride Captain:
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Ray "Tex" Calvert; (940) 781-7576;
Texcalvert@aol.com
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Ride Captain #2:
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Ted "Frosty" Foster; (940) 782-1740;
Tedinez@att.net
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Ride Captain #3:
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Joe Vaccarella; (940) 692-6237;
Joevacc56@Yahoo.com
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Mission:
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To honor this World War II Navy Veteran and his family
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Obituary:
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Kenneth L. Ellis, 84 , of Wichita Falls, died Friday,
September 10, 2010 in Wichita Falls.
Graveside
services will be at 9 a.m. Tuesday, September 14, 2010 at
the Veith Family Cemetery in Henrietta with the Rev. Dr.
Robert KinCannon, chaplain of VFW David Gibbs Post 8878,
officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Owens &
Brumley Funeral Home of Wichita Falls.
Mr. Ellis
served in the Navy and was employed by the Coca-Cola
Company.
Survivors include his step-son Alvin Vieth
and wife Glinda of Henrietta, step-daughter Susan Merritt of
Wichita Falls, three grandchildren and three
great-grandchildren.
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PART 1:
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Flag line at the cemetery
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Mission Date:
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09/14/2010
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Staging Time:
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08:00 AM
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Briefing Time:
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08:10 AM
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In Position Time Or KSU:
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08:20 AM
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Details Of Part 1:
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We will be standing a Flag Line at the Vieth Family Cemetery
East of Henrietta, Tx. at 8 AM. This cemetery is not located
on most maps or internet listings. To get to the cemetery
take New York Road, which is just east of Henrietta, Tx south
for two miles. This is a gravel road. The entrance to the
cemetery will be marked by two American Flags. Those coming
from the Wichita Falls area will stage at the Shell Station
at the intersection of 287 and Windthorst Rd at 7:00 AM with
a ride briefing at 7:15 and kick stands up at 7:30. Riders
coming from other areas will meet the Wichita Falls area
contingent at the cemetery.
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Water Truck For Part 1:
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- The Flag/Water Truck WILL Be There.
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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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Respectfully Submitted By:
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Mike Johnson
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Sr. Ride Captain
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Submitted By:
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weldermike@aol.com
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