Patriot's Name:
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PVT Jimmy Clayton
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Military Branch:
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United States Army
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Classification:
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Veteran
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Additional Military Info:
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Vietnam Era Veteran
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Link To Obituary:
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http://www.fisherfh.com/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=2474052&fh_id=10452
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Obituary Highlights:
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Jimmy Franklin Clayton, age 65, who passed away Tuesday, April 8, 2014 in Mesquite, Texas. Jimmy Clayton was born November 30, 1948 in Dallas, Texas; the son of J.W. and Dimple (Barnett) Clayton. Mr. Clayton served his country during the Vietnam War while serving in the Army. Jimmy had a passion for hunting and riding motorcycles and he worked with the Texas Abate for a number of years.
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Mission Ride Captain:
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Phil Robinson,
phil@rigsandequipment.com, (940) 727-8969
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Ride Captain #2:
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Carl "Gunney" Feltner,
Cfeltner@cableone.net,
(903) 819-6227
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Mission Summary:
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Escort Veteran and Family to cemetery.
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Photo Permission
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We Have Not Asked For Permission At This Time.
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PART 1:
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Procession only
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Mission Date:
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Apr 11, 2014 - Friday
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Staging Time:
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10:45
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Briefing Time:
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11:00
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In Position Time Or KSU:
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11:30
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Details Of Part 1:
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PGR has been asked to escort the Veteran and his family to
Gunter cemetery.
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Name Of Staging Point:
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Fisher Funeral Home
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Staging Address For Part 1:
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604 W. Main Denison, Texas 75020
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Map To Staging Area For Part 1:
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http://goo.gl/maps/v2r1A
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Water Support Vehicle For Part 1:
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- The Flag/Water Vehicle WILL NOT Be There.
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PART 2:
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Render Honors and present Flag and certificate to the family
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Mission Date:
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Apr 11, 2014 - Friday
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Service Start Time:
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12:30
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Details Of Part 2:
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Family has asked that the PGR fold and present the flag to
the eldest daughter. There will not be a flag line at the
cemetery
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Name Of Staging Point
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Gunter Cemetery
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Staging Address For Part 2
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Foy Wallace RD. Gunter, Texas
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Map To Staging Area For Part 2:
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http://goo.gl/maps/J1zTq
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Water Support Vehicle For Part 2:
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- The Flag/Water Vehicle WILL NOT Be There.
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Weather Forecast:
(See WEB Calendar For The Latest Forecasts)
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Check The Online Itinerary For Current Weather, Forecasts,
Radar, And Mission Updates Before Heading Out.
http://www.txpgr.org
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Comments:
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- DRESS CODE: Please Dress In A Manner Appropriate For
Attending A Funeral Service.
- Iron horses if you
can, cages are always welcome and appreciated.
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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.
- Please remember that our mission
is to stand tall and silent, and with honor and respect for
this patriot and their family. NO TALKING, SMOKING, CHEWING
OF TOBACCO PRODUCTS, OR CELL PHONE USE IN THE FLAG LINE!
- Cemeteries are hallowed ground. Please keep radios off
and engine noise to a minimum. Observe the 15 MPH speed
limit. Show our respect to ALL who are there, not just the
one we are honoring.
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Respectfully Submitted By:
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Phil Robinson
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Ride Captain In Training
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Submitted By:
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cfeltner@cableone.net
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Listing On National PGR WEB Site:
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(To Be Filled In After Submission To National) Condolences
May Be Offered There.
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