Patriot's Name:
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CPL. Gerald D. Herzberg
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Military Branch:
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United States Marine Corps
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Classification:
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Veteran
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Additional Military Info:
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Corporal Herzberg served 4 years in the U.S. Marine Corps
and 2 years in the Marine Corps Reserve as an aircraft
mechanic, specifically a hydraulic mechanic. His last
assignment was with VMF-251, MAG-32, 2nd MAW, Beaufort, S.C.
He was awarded the Good Conduct Medal, twice and National
Defense Service Medal.
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Link To Obituary:
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http://www.hawkinsfuneralhomes.com/obits/obituary.php?id=614435
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Obituary Highlights:
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Jerry Herzberg, 71, a retired carpenter, went to be with our Lord Saturday, August 9, 2014 in Decatur. Jerry was born on November 30, 1942 to Leslie and Lillian (Carlson) Herzberg in Renville County, North Dakota. He was united in marriage to Sharon Ann Rock on May 8, 1965 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Jerry was a retired self-employed carpenter. He served our country in the U.S. Marines, after serving active, Jerry then transfer to the Marine Reserves.
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Mission Ride Captain:
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Jim "Weird Andy" Anderson,
weirdandy@hotmail.com,
(817) 269-1254
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Mission Summary:
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The PGR will stand the flag line at DFW National Cemetery,
Shelter C for Corporal Herzberg.
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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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Interment Service, Shelter C, 10:30
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Mission Date:
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Aug 12, 2014 - Tuesday
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Staging Time:
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09:45
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Briefing Time:
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10:00
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In Position Time Or KSU:
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10:15
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Service Start Time:
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10:30
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Details Of Part 1:
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After the riders briefing at the Visitors Center, the PGR
will establish the flag line at Shelter C. At the conclusion
of the interment service, the flags will be furled and
returned to storage, followed by debrief and riders
dismissal.
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Name Of Staging Point:
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DFW National Cemetery Visitors Center
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Staging Address For Part 1:
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2000 Mountain Creek Parkway Dallas, Texas 75211
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Pre-Formatted Map To Staging Areas:
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- Map To Staging Area At
DFW National Cemetery.
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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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Linda Tinnerman,
ltinnerman@att.net, (972) 679-0745
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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.
- 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 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!
- We
will park along the main street close to the designated
shelter with 2 bikes side by side as close to the curb and
each other as possible so that traffic can get by.
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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.
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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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Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate beginning the night before the
mission.
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Respectfully Submitted By:
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Jim "Weird Andy" Anderson
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Ride Captain
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Submitted By:
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weirdandy@hotmail.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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