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Patriot's Name:
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Fred J. Conover
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Military Branch:
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United States Marine Corps
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Classification:
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First Responder - Grand Prairie Police Department
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Additional Military Info:
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Served in the USMC from 1948 to 1952
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Link To Obituary:
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http://www.beanmasseyburge.com/
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Obituary Highlights:
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Fred J. Conover, 83, of Grand Prairie, TX, passed away on April 10, 2014 after a battle with cancer. Fred was born in Fort Cobb, OK on December 15, 1930 and graduated from Grand Prairie High School. After graduation, Fred served in the Marine Corps 1948 to 1952. Fred joined the Grand Prairie Police Department in 1954 and rose through the ranks to become Chief of Police in 1961.
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Mission Ride Captain:
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Sylvia "Sapphire" Miller,
slmiller19@sbcglobal.net, (972) 742-4956
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Ride Captain #2:
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Rick Crabb,
randjcrabb@juno.com, (910) 330-9861
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Mission Summary:
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Stand a flag line at the funeral service, partake in the
procession, and stand a flag line at the interment.
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Photo Permission
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We Have Permission To Photograph And Publish Photos On Our
WEB Site.
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PART 1:
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Funeral Service and Procession
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Mission Date:
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Apr 16, 2014 - Wednesday
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Staging Time:
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09:00
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Briefing Time:
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09:15
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In Position Time Or KSU:
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09:30
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Service Start Time:
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10:00
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Details Of Part 1:
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PGR has been invited to honor Fred J. Conover. We will
arrive at the First United Methodist Church of Grand
Prairie, help set the flags and have our briefing. Upon the
completion of the briefing, we will stand the flag line to
welcome friends and family of Mr. Conover. At the start of
the funeral service, we will pick up the flags, furl them,
and return them to the support truck. At this point, some of
the PGR members will proceed to the cemetery to set the
flags in preparation of the arrival of the funeral
procession. Those riders participating in the procession
will be briefed on the particulars of the procession and
will receive the safety briefing. Because of Mr. Conover's
involvement and respect in Grand Prairie, we anticipate a
large showing of support from the Grand Prairie Police and
Fire Department as well as the community. A big showing of
big flag bikes to show honor to this hero will be greatly
appreciated.
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Name Of Staging Point:
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First United Methodist Church of Grand Prairie
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Staging Address For Part 1:
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122
North Center Street
Grand Prairie, Texas 75050
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Map To Staging Area For Part 1:
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http://goo.gl/maps/RvITU
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Water Support Vehicle For Part 1:
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- The Flag/Water Vehicle WILL Be There.
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Support Person For Part 1:
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Randy Smith,
rdna4jd@sbcglobal.net, (469) 585-8196
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PART 2:
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Southland Memorial Park
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Mission Date:
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Apr 16, 2014 - Wednesday
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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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11:15
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Details Of Part 2:
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A flag line will be established at the cemetery in
preparation for the arrival of Mr. Conover, family and
friends. When the procession arrives, PGR will have a
designated place to park. Quickly dismount and proceed to
the burial site to render honors and to stand in respect for
Mr. Conover. Upon completion of the interment service the
flags will be returned to the support truck and stowed. We
will then be debriefed and dismissed. Please remember that
the times of Part two are an estimation. If possible, and if
you are going to just the second part of this mission only,
please arrive a little earlier than posted. Semper Gumby!
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Name Of Staging Point
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Southland Memorial Park
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Staging Address For Part 2
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1100 SW. 3rd St.
Grand Prairie, Texas 75051
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Map To Staging Area For Part 2:
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http://goo.gl/maps/uK9eI
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Water Support Vehicle For Part 2:
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- The Flag/Water Vehicle WILL Be There.
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Support Person For Part 2:
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Randy Smith,
rdna4jd@sbcglobal.net, (469) 585-8196
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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!
- Riders NOT UTILIZING HANDICAPPED PARKING are requested
to park as far forward as possible at the Visitor's Center
to keep the closest spaces available for other guests.
- Let's always remember to keep the motorcycle and voice
noise to a minimum when arriving and leaving the shelters.
- 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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Sylvia "Sapphire" Miller,
slmiller19@sbcglobal.net, (972) 742-4956
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Ride Captain
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Submitted By:
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slmiller19@sbcglobal.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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