Patriot's Name:
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SGT Charles E. Katlic, Jr.
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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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WWII, Battle of the Bulge Survivor
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Link To Obituary:
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http://whitesfuneral.com/services.asp?locid=1&page=odetail&id=54298#.U-FTgn4o6M8
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Obituary Highlights:
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Charles Edward "Chuck" Katlic, Jr., 91, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend, passed away Saturday, August 2, 2014. Charles Edward Katlic, Jr. was born January 8, 1923 to Charles A. and Mary Novak Katlic in Millersville, Maryland. He proudly served in the United States Army as a Sgt. and served during WWII, fighting valiantly in the Battle of the Bulge. Chuck was a life member of VFW American Legion, Combat Infrantrymen's Assoc., D. A. V., 99th Div. Assoc. He also served two terms as president of Trinity Lutheran Church. Chuck worked for the U. S. Coast Guard as Chief Supply Officer.
He volunteered for most of his life with the VFW and American Legion and was instrumental in dedicating many Veteran's parks and decorating with flags on all military holidays. One of his proudest days was in 2013 when the street leading to the American Legion Hall was renamed in his honor as Chuck Katlic Lane.
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Mission Ride Captain:
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Brian "Postmaster" Liberty,
Labliberty@yahoo.com,
(979) 702-9097
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Mission Summary:
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The Patriot Guard Riders have been invited to stand a Flag
Line at Trinity Lutheran Church by the Family and Friends of
SGT Charles (Chuck) E. Katlic, Jr., a very well-known
Weatherford, TX Veteran of WW II. Following the service
there will be a Procession to the Whitt Cemetery.
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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
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Mission Date:
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Aug 07, 2014 - Thursday
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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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After setting the flags and conducting the briefing, the PGR
will stand the Flag Line for this American Hero. After the
service begins, the Ride Captain will make the decision when
to remove the Flags and take them to the support vehicle.
The flags will be furled, riders will be given a safety
briefing before the procession to the Town of Whitt, TX, for
interment at the Whitt Cemetery.
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Name Of Staging Point:
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Trinity Lutheran Church
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Staging Address For Part 1:
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1500 Ball St. Weatherford, Texas 76086
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Map To Staging Area For Part 1:
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https://goo.gl/maps/4YFXw
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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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Procession and Interment at Whitt Cemetery
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Mission Date:
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Aug 07, 2014 - Thursday
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Staging Time:
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10:30
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Briefing Time:
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10:45
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In Position Time Or KSU:
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11:00
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Service Start Time:
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11:45
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Details Of Part 2:
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The procession will be led by PGR, with ALR and VFW riders.
But, once we arrive at Whitt, TX, we will stop and turn the
Veteran over to a Horse Drawn Caisson. The PGR will proceed
to the Cemetery and prepare for the arrival of Friends and
Family. After the service, the riders will furl the flags,
debrief, and be dismissed.
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Name Of Staging Point
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Whitt Cemetery
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Staging Address For Part 2
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10590 E. Lone Star Rd. Whitt TX 76490 Weatherford, Texas
76088
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Map To Staging Area For Part 2:
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https://goo.gl/maps/IYK6g
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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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- 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!
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This Cemetery has Dirt/Gravel roads. Randy could use help
with flags at the Cemetery that is about 20 miles northwest
of Weatherford, TX.
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Respectfully Submitted By:
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Brian "Postmaster" Liberty
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Ride Captain
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Submitted By:
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Labliberty@yahoo.com
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Listing On National PGR WEB Site:
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Condolences May Be Offered On The National PGR WEB Site:
http://www.patriotguard.org
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