Patriot's Name:
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SPC Wesley Allen Harris
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Military Branch:
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United States Army
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Classification:
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Active Duty Death
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Additional Military Info:
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8 years in United States Army with two tours in Afghanistan
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Link To Obituary:
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http://navefuneralhomes.com/book-of-memories/1931809/Harris-Wesley/index.php
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Obituary Highlights:
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SPC Wesley Alan Harris, age 29 of Cunningham, formally of Denison, TX, passed away on August 16, 2014. Following the services in Tennessee, Wes will be returned to his hometown of Denison, TX, where he will be laid to rest with full military honors.
Wes was born on March 3, 1985, in Denison, TX, the son of Rebecca Harris. He served as a Specialist in the U.S. Army and had served two tours in Afghanistan
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Mission Ride Captain:
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Kelly Darst,
kellydarst1976@gmail.com, (903) 227-5782
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Ride Captain #2:
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Carl "Gunney" Feltner,
Cfeltner@cableone.net,
(903) 819-6227
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Ride Captain #3:
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Randy "Spanky" Livingston,
rattdog52@hotmail.com,
(903) 647-3323
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Ride Captain #4:
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Phil Robinson (In Training),
phil@rigsandequipment.com, (940) 727-8969
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Mission Summary:
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The family of Specialist Wesley Harris has asked the PGR to
participate in the procession from Dallas Love Field Airport
to Fisher Funeral Home in Denison, TX, on Friday, August 22,
2014. Then participate in the procession after the funeral
service on Sunday August 24, 2014, from Fisher Funeral Home
to Cherry Mound Cemetery in Denison, TX, then stand a flag
line there for the interment service.
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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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Arrival at Dallas Love Field Airport and Procession to
Fisher Funeral Home in Denison, TX.
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Mission Date:
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Aug 22, 2014 - Friday
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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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11:15
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Details Of Part 1:
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The Patriot Guard Riders have been asked by the Harris
Family to participate in the procession in honor of their
loved one, Specialist Wesley Harris on August 22, 2014. We
will stage at the Dallas Police Department at Dallas Love
Field Airport, where a briefing will be held. After the
safety briefing, we will prepare for the procession to
Fisher Funeral Home in Denison, TX. Escort service is to be
provided by the NTX Motorcade from Dallas Love Field to
Central Expressway and North through McKinney, where local
Law Enforcement is being arranged to provide escort to
Fisher Funeral Home in Denison, TX.
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Name Of Staging Point:
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Dallas Love Field Airport-Dallas Police Department
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Staging Address For Part 1:
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7710 Aviation Place Dallas, Texas 75235
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Map To Staging Area For Part 1:
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https://goo.gl/maps/5wZac
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Latitude
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32.840163
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Longitude
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-96.843405
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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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Mike Goebel,
mtgoebel49@gmail.com, (469) 371-2116
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PART 2:
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Procession from Funeral Home to Cherry Mound Cemetery in
Denison, TX.
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Mission Date:
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Aug 24, 2014 - Sunday
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Staging Time:
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17:30
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Briefing Time:
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18:00
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In Position Time Or KSU:
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18:15
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Service Start Time:
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18:30
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Details Of Part 2:
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Riders will stage at the Fisher Funeral Home for a mission
briefing. After the briefing, riders will prepare for the
procession of SPC Harris to Cherry Mound Cemetery. Upon
arrival at the cemetery, an Honor Line will be established
and a Flag Line stood. Upon completion of the service, flags
will be furled and stowed, a debriefing held, and riders
dismissed. TIMES FOR THE INTERMENT ARE APPROXIMATE!
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Name Of Staging Point
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Fisher Funeral Home
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Staging Address For Part 2
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604 W Main St Denison, Texas 75020
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Map To Staging Area For Part 2:
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https://goo.gl/maps/qoBQt
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Latitude
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33.755421
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Longitude
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-96.543501
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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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Randi Cox,
surrender1009@aol.com, (940) 297-5683
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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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Kelly Darst
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Ride Captain
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Submitted By:
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kellydarst1976@gmail.com
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Additional Information:
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FRIDAY-THE PROCESSION WILL BE FROM DALLAS LOVE FIELD AIRPORT
TO DENISON, TX. BIG FLAGS
WILL
BE UTILIZED. Anyone that is not familiar with Dallas Love
Field Airport, I have photos of the Airport to assist with
getting to the staging area.
Friday, August 22, 2014 Kelly Darst is Ride Captain
#1 Phil Robinson is Ride Captain #2
Sunday, August
24, 2014 Carl Feltner is Ride Captain #1 Randy
Livingston is Ride Captain #2 Phil Robinson is Ride
Captain #3
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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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