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Patriot's Names:
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Col James Eugene Dennany Major Robert Leon Tucci
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Military Branch:
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United States Air Force
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Classification:
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Killed In Action
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Additional Military Info:
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Vietnam MIA/KIA
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Ride Captain:
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Mike "Gunner" Lambert; (817) 368-9076;
mikelambert2@aol.com
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Ride Captain #2:
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Floyd "1st Shirt" Kammerer; (817) 690-6475;
fabfloyd@charter.net
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Ride Captain #3:
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Bill "Rotorhead" Holcomb; (972) 672-2701;
aapylt@aol.com
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Ride Captain #4:
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Larry "Rev. DT" Key ; (940) 536-7596;
lkey50@yahoo.com
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Mission:
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We will be honoring two aviators from the Vietnam War who
were assigned to the 13th Tactical Fighter Squadron at Udorn
Airfield, Thailand. They lost their lives on a strike
mission in November 1969. These two heroes were listed as
"Missing in Action" after their F-4D Phantom was shot down
while on a escort/strike mission. The escort was a C-130
Gunship and the strike mission was a truck convoy on the Ho
Chi Minh Trail. While attacking the convoy under the
observation of a Forward Air Controller, their F-4 was hit
by antiaircraft fire, crashed, and exploded.
There was
no evidence that the crew escaped the aircraft before ground
impact and the crash itself was not survivable. In the
absence of proof of death both men were classed as “Missing
in Action”.
They have now been found and are now being
returned home to Texas and their families.
Robert Tucci
and James Dennany were among nearly 600 Americans who
disappeared in Laos and were never negotiated for through
the Paris Peace Accords, which ended the War in Vietnam, since
Laos was not a party to that agreement.
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Obituary:
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Colonel James Eugene Dennany, Weapons Systems Officer, is
survived by four daughters; Elizabeth Marchan, Melissa
Harrington, Marie Lara, Pamela Tabares and a son; James
Dennany.
Major Robert Leon Tucci, Pilot, is survived
by his wife; Sharon Tucci and his mother, Jean Tucci.
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PART 1:
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Airport Arrival Escort, American Airlines, Flight 8, 0525
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Mission Date:
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01/13/2011
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Staging Time:
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04:35 AM
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Briefing Time:
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04:45 AM
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In Position Time Or KSU:
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05:30 AM
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Details Of Part 1:
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We will stage in the parking area near DPS Station One at
DFW Airport. You should arrive fueled and ready to go. The
service station at the south end of the airport is closed.
Only those riders who can ride in a tight formation, in the
dark, in the Dallas morning traffic should attempt this
portion of the mission. All escort riders will be required
to attend a rider safety brief prior to departing the
airport.
Reflective vests are highly recommended.
If you
unable to ride in a tight formation or have never ridden in
formation for an extended period of time in traffic, this
would not be the time to learn.
A flag line will be
needed at the Funeral Home in Mesquite for the morning
arrival. The flag line should be in place no later than
0630.
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Staging Address For Part 1:
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Department of Public Safety, Station One
2900 East 28th
Street
DFW Airport, Texas
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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 and Flag line
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Mission Date:
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01/13/2011
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Staging Time:
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05:00 PM
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Briefing Time:
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05:15 PM
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In Position Time Or KSU:
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05:30 PM
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Details Of Part 2:
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A flag line will stand Tall and Silent to honor these two
heroes of the Vietnam War, their families, and their
community.
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Staging Address For Part 2
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Laurel Oaks Funeral Home
23649 12649 Lake June Road
Mesquite, Texas 75180
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Map To Staging Area For Part 2:
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http://mapq.st/gyx6qS
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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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Funeral Service Flag Line - DFW National Cemetery
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Mission Date For Part 3:
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01/14/2011
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Staging Time:
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09:00 AM
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Briefing Time:
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09:30 AM
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In Position Time Or KSU:
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10:00 AM
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Details Of Part 3:
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The Patriot Guard Riders, along with members from local
American Legion and VFW Posts, will stand a flag line in the
designated area near the Star. ADSC Floyd Kammerer and Sr.
Ride Captain Larry key will handle the briefing and set up
of the flag line in the designated area. Flags will be in
position for escort riders when they arrive. Salutes will be
"Ceremonial salute" (3 seconds up, hold and 3 seconds down)
All ride Captains will be called upon for this mission.
This is a true privilege and we thank the families for
allowing us to have an opportunity to demonstrate the
respect we hold for these honored men.
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Staging Address For Part 3:
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Dallas Fort Worth National Cemetery
2700 Mountain Creek
Pkwy
Dallas, Texas
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Map To Staging Area For Part 3:
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http://mapq.st/eehAst
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Water Truck For Part 3:
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- The Flag/Water Truck WILL Be There.
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PART 4:
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Escort from Mesquite to DFW
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Mission Date For Part 4:
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01/14/2011
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Staging Time:
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08:45 AM
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Briefing Time:
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09:00 AM
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In Position Time Or KSU:
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09:45 AM
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Details Of Part 4:
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All riders will assemble for a rider safety briefing
and we will position bikes for the escort (big flag bikes in
the front). We will ride in a tight formation as part of the
escort from the Funeral Home in Mesquite to DFW National
Cemetery. If you have never ridden in a tight formation,
this will not be the time to learn.
We will escort
the family and close friends from Mesquite to DFW National
Cemetery. Upon arrival at the cemetery, riders will
follow the on-site Ride Captains to the designated parking
area. Once the riders dismount, all riders will join the
flag line for honors.
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Staging Address For Part 4:
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Laurel Oaks Funeral Home
23649 12649 Lake June Road
Mesquite, Texas
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Map To Staging Area For Part 4:
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http://mapq.st/gyx6qS
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Water Truck For Part 4:
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- The Flag/Water Truck WILL NOT Be There.
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Weather Forecast:
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Local weather for January 13 & 14 was unavailable at posting
time. Check local forecast prior to the mission.
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Comments:
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- Iron horses if you can, cages are always welcome and
appreciated.
- Safety First: 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.
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Please remember our mission is to stand the flag line in
silence, with dignity and honor.
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Respectfully Submitted By:
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Mike Lambert
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Deputy State Captain
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Submitted By:
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mikelambert2@aol.com
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Listing On National WEB Site:
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Click HERE To View This Mission On The National PGR WEB Site
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